Finance Manager (Asset MAnagement)

Qualifications

Education:
-Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
-Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent is highly preferred.

Experience:
-5-7 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory role.
-Proven experience in financial reporting, analysis, and budgeting, preferably within asset management, investment banking, or a related financial services environment.
-Experience with asset lifecycle accounting (capex, depreciation, disposals) and investment appraisal techniques.

Job responsibilities

Financial Management and Reporting:
-Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for the asset management portfolio.
-Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data related to assets, including valuations, depreciation, and disposals.
-Assist in the implementation of financial strategies to optimize asset performance.

Budgeting and Forecasting:
-Coordinate the departmental budgeting process, working with various teams to compile and consolidate inputs.
-Monitor actual performance against budget and forecasts, investigating and reporting on variances.
-Prepare regular financial forecasts and updates for management review.

Investment Analysis and Support:
-Conduct detailed financial analysis and due diligence for new investment opportunities and existing asset performance.
-Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate investment returns, NPV, IRR, and other key metrics.
-Support the Senior Manager in preparing investment proposals and presentations.

Compliance and Internal Controls:
-Ensure all financial activities comply with internal policies, accounting standards (MFRS/IFRS), and regulatory requirements.
-Help maintain and test the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and asset safeguarding.
-Assist in the coordination with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and support.

Team Leadership and Supervision:
-Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of finance executives and analysts.
-Allocate tasks, review work, and ensure the team meets its deadlines and quality standards.
-Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.

Process Improvement and Systems:
-Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, enhance reporting systems, and improve data quality.
-Participate in or lead finance-related projects, such as system implementations or process automation initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement:
-Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including portfolio managers, operations, and tax teams, to resolve financial issues and support their requirements.
-Act as a key point of contact for finance-related queries within the asset management department.