Finance Manager | Trading MNC

We are seeking a versatile Finance Manager to lead the finance function in a dynamic commodities trading industry. Balancing strategic oversight with hands-on execution, you will manage day-to-day accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and the full statutory audit cycle. A key focus includes driving international cash collections while maintaining strong buyer relationships. Leading a small team, you will act as a critical communication bridge between traders, operations, and senior leadership to enforce robust governance. Qualified accountants (CPA/ACCA) with trading, commodities, or manufacturing experience—and exposure to FX or hedging—are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & Balance Sheet Governance

• Prepare monthly management accounts with a rigorous focus on balance sheet integrity (AR/AP, inventory valuation, accruals, provisions, and intercompany reconciliations).

• Perform hands-on financial duties, including complex journal entries, key account reconciliations, and variance analysis.

• Maintain accurate inventory accounting and working capital tracking across multi-jurisdictional operations.

2. International Collections & Commercial Credit Control

• Take day-to-day ownership of the end-to-end cash collections cycle with international buyers.

• Strike a balance between strict credit control/risk mitigation and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships with key commercial buyers.

• Monitor account receivables aging, drive working capital efficiency, and resolve payment disputes proactively.

3. Statutory Compliance & Audit Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors through the full statutory audit cycle.

• Prepare audit schedules, statutory financial statements, and supporting documentation to ensure seamless, timely audit completion.

4. Risk Oversight & Internal Control Frameworks

• Establish, review, and enforce robust financial governance and internal control frameworks across trading and operational processes.

• Ensure operational compliance and mitigate financial and reporting risks across the organization.

5. Team Leadership & Strategic Stakeholder Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, fostering operational accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Serve as a key communication bridge across traders, operations teams, external auditors, and senior management through a clear, adaptable communication style.

Requirements

• Professional Qualification: Qualified Accountant (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting designation).

• Industry Experience: Proven background in Trading, Commodities, or Manufacturing sectors.

• Audit Experience: Direct experience managing external auditors through a full statutory audit cycle.

• Operational Agility: Highly comfortable working in a dual capacity—operating hands-on (journals, reconciliations) while contributing to strategic discussions.

• Leadership: Demonstrated experience managing and developing a small finance team.

• Communication: Exceptional, adaptable interpersonal and communication skills across non-finance stakeholders (traders, supply chain/operations) and senior executive leadership.

• Nice-to-Have: Exposure to Foreign Exchange (FX) and/or commodity hedging (e.g., LME hedging mechanisms) is an advantage.