Senior Finance Officer

Job Summary

Banking and Treasury Management

• Manage day-to-day banking relationships and act as the main point of contact for all banking matters.
• Handle banking facilities include term loans, overdrafts, guarantees, and other financial instruments.
• Monitor and manage cash flows, ensuring adequate liquidity and optimal fund utilization.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Provide financial insights and reports to support strategic decision-making by the Chairman and management.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide commentary on financial results.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Modeling

• Develop, monitor, and update annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Create robust financial models for project costing, investment analysis, and scenario planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and recommend corrective actions.

Invoicing & Revenue Management

• Coordinate with the operations team to gather real-time project updates.
• Prepare and issue invoices based on project progress and contractual milestones.
• Ensure timely follow-up and collection of receivables.
• Maintain detailed billing and receivable schedules.

General Accounting & Compliance

• Oversee daily accounting functions and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal controls.

Collaboration & Strategic Support

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, especially project and operations departments, to align financial planning with business goals.
• Assist in contract and proposal reviews, especially on commercial terms and costing.
• Advise the Chairman on financial implications of business activities and recommend solutions.

Chairman's Personal Accounts & Real Estate Management

• Handle all personal accounting matters of the Chairman with utmost confidentiality.
• Manage cash flow, bank reconciliations, and account statements for personal accounts.
• Monitor and maintain detailed records of the Chairmans real estate assets, including rental income, maintenance costs, renewals, and tenancy contracts.
• Coordinate with property agents, tenants, and service providers for asset-related matters.
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• Maintain and update accounting softwares.
• Handle ad hoc financial projects and tasks as assigned by the Chairman.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Masters preferred).
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CMA, or ACA (fully or part-qualified).
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant finance experience, ideally in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry.
• Strong knowledge of banking products, loan management, and financial negotiations.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Experience using accounting software, especially Tally ERP, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities effectively.