finance manager – holding company

Position Overview:

The Finance Manager in the holding company is a key financial leadership role responsible for the oversight, management, and consolidation of financial accounts across multiple subsidiaries and business units. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of consolidated financial statements, supporting strategic decision-making, compliance, and effective risk management. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset to drive financial excellence within the organization.

Objective & Strategic Directions:

• To lead and ensure the preparation of accurate, complete, and compliant consolidated financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards (such as IFRS or GAAP).
• To support the organization's strategic objectives through insightful financial analysis, robust reporting, and effective risk management.
• To promote a culture of financial discipline, transparency, and continuous improvement across all financial processes and reporting systems.
• To ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal control requirements across all jurisdictions of operation.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Consolidation & Reporting

• Lead the end-to-end process of financial consolidation for the holding company and subsidiaries, including journal entries, eliminations, and adjustments.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements, management reports, and disclosures in accordance with relevant accounting standards and company policies.
• Coordinate with subsidiary finance teams to ensure timely and accurate submission of financial data.
• Implement and improve consolidation tools, systems, and workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Analyse financial results and variances, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and strategic financial plans at the holding and subsidiary levels.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing variance analysis and action plans.
• Assist in evaluating investment opportunities, mergers and acquisitions, and divestitures from a financial perspective.

Compliance & Regulatory Management

• Ensure adherence to all applicable accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP), statutory requirements, and internal policies.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation and disclosures are accurate and complete.
• Liaise with regulators and compliance bodies to ensure ongoing adherence to legal and statutory obligations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory requirements affecting consolidated financial reporting.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control procedures related to financial reporting and consolidation processes.
• Identify potential financial and operational risks, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of financial processes to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Manage and oversee the resolution of audit findings and implementation of corrective actions.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals across subsidiaries and reporting units.
• Foster a collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Provide training and guidance on financial standards, policies, and best practices.

Other Responsibilities

• Liaise with tax advisors, auditors, and external consultants.
• Support treasury and cash management activities as needed.
• Drive automation and digitization initiatives to streamline financial processes.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or CMA preferred.
• Proven experience (typically 7+ years) in financial reporting, consolidation, or accounting within a multinational or holding company environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and other relevant accounting standards.
• Excellent understanding of financial systems, Autocount platforms, and consolidation tools.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience managing diverse teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and geographies.

Career Progression:

• The role offers a pathway to senior leadership positions such as Finance Director, Group Financial Controller, or Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

• Opportunities for specialization in areas such as financial planning, strategic development, or risk management.

• Engagement in cross-functional projects and international assignments to broaden professional experience.

• Continuous learning through professional certifications, training programs, and exposure to global financial standards and practices.

• Additionally, the career path includes developing as a Business Partner to Lean and Agile management, fostering collaboration and strategic alignment across teams.