Job Title: Finance Manager (Multi-Entity / Multi-Jurisdiction)

Job Summary

The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial management of multiple legal entities operating across various jurisdictions. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, tax coordination, and consolidated financial oversight while supporting strategic business objectives. The incumbent will work closely with local advisors, auditors, and internal stakeholders to ensure consistency, transparency, and compliance across all entities.

Key Responsibilities

Multi-Entity Financial Oversight

• Manage accounting operations for multiple entities across different jurisdictions
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for all entities
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of standalone and consolidated financial statements
• Maintain intercompany reconciliations and ensure proper transfer pricing compliance

Regulatory & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax laws, and statutory filing requirements in each jurisdiction
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel across jurisdictions
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on financial operations

Consolidation & Reporting

• Prepare consolidated management reports and financial analysis for executive leadership
• Standardize reporting frameworks and internal controls across entities
• Manage currency translation and foreign exchange considerations

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes across all entities
• Analyze financial performance by entity and provide variance analysis
• Provide strategic financial insights to support cross-border operations

Treasury & Cash Management

• Oversee cash flow management across jurisdictions
• Optimize capital structure and funding arrangements between entities
• Manage banking relationships in multiple regions

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Develop and implement robust internal control systems across all entities
• Ensure compliance with group policies and corporate governance standards
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks

Leadership & Coordination

• Supervise local finance teams or external accounting providers
• Foster strong communication between headquarters and local operations
• Drive process improvements and system harmonization across jurisdictions

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy (CA, ACCA preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including multi-entity or international exposure
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards is an advantage (IFRS, GAAP)
• Experience with financial consolidation and ERP systems

Key Competencies

• Strong cross-border financial management expertise
• Advanced analytical and consolidation skills
• High attention to regulatory detail
• Ability to manage complexity and multiple deadlines
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills