financial controller
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Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
- Prepare and present financial statements and reports to senior management.
- Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
- Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit processes.
- Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Supervise daily business operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and forecasts.
- Ensure compliance with international accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and internal reporting policies.
- Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
- Lead the annual budgeting process and coordinate with department heads to align financial goals with strategic objectives.
- Prepare rolling forecasts and variance analysis to support business decision-making.
- Identify and explain key financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Establish, monitor, and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws, financial regulations, and audit requirements.
- Liaise with internal and external auditors and ensure timely completion of audits.
- Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to maintain financial stability.
- Manage banking relationships and optimize financing structures.
- Oversee investment and debt management activities.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management and the board.
- Support business growth initiatives, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic projects.
- Conduct financial modeling and scenario analysis to support strategic decisions.
- Supervise and mentor finance team members, ensuring high performance and professional growth.
- Promote continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.
- Foster collaboration between finance and other business units.
- Implement and maintain robust financial systems and ERP solutions.
- Streamline accounting procedures for efficiency and accuracy.
- Drive automation and digital transformation initiatives in financial management.
- Identify financial and operational risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Oversee insurance coverage and other risk management activities.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Must be fluent in English.
- 7+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles, with at least 3 years in a managerial position.
- CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
- Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities.
- Must be a Baghdad resident.