We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to support and lead financial operations across multiple business entities. This role requires a hands-on finance leader who can operate at a controller level of accuracy while also contributing to financial planning, forecasting, treasury management, and continuous process improvement. The Finance Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, lead and develop finance staff, and help modernize finance operations through automation and system enhancements. This role is well suited for an individual who is comfortable working across accounting, financial planning, cash management, and operational finance, and who values collaboration, accuracy, and continuous improvement. **Key Responsibilities** • Financial Operations and Accounting Oversight • Oversee full-cycle accounting activities across multiple legal entities, including month- end, quarter-end, and year-end close. • Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the general ledger, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting. • Prepare, review, and validate financial statements and supporting schedules. • Maintain and enforce internal controls to support reliable financial reporting and safeguard company assets. • Coordinate with external accountants, tax advisors, and auditors to ensure compliance with applicable standards and requirements. • Identify and resolve accounting issues, discrepancies, and control gaps in a timely manner. Treasury and Cash Management • Manage treasury activities across entities, including cash forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital management. • Monitor cash inflows and outflows to ensure adequate funding for operations and growth. • Oversee banking relationships, account structures, and payment processes. • Develop and maintain short-term and medium-term cash forecasts aligned with business needs. • Support leadership with insights related to cash priorities, financial risk, and capital allocation. Financial Planning and Analysis • Lead or support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling activities across business entities. • Develop financial models that connect operational drivers to financial and cash outcomes. • Analyze variances between actual results, forecasts, and budgets and communicate key drivers and implications. • Provide financial insights to support business decisions related to growth, staffing, pricing, and investments. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner with leaders and teams across operations, sales, marketing, and other functions to understand business activities and financial impacts. • Ask thoughtful questions to clarify assumptions, improve transparency, and reduce process and reporting gaps. • Promote financial accountability and understanding across departments through collaboration and clear communication. • Serve as a financial partner to leadership by translating financial information into actionable insights. Team Leadership and Development • Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members, including internal and external resources. • Set clear expectations, review work for quality and accuracy, and provide ongoing feedback and coaching. • Support a team culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development. • Remain engaged in day-to-day execution as needed to support the team and ensure high standards are met. Systems, Automation, and Process Improvement • Leverage Excel and financial systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and visibility across finance processes. • Develop and enhance models, templates, and workflows to streamline close, reporting, forecasting, and treasury activities. • Evaluate and implement automation and AI-enabled tools to reduce manual effort and improve data quality. • Identify opportunities to standardize and simplify processes while maintaining appropriate controls and documentation. • Ensure automated processes remain auditable, reliable, and well controlled.