Job Description

  Financial Management and Reporting:

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for the asset management portfolio.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data related to assets, including valuations, depreciation, and disposals.
• Assist in the implementation of financial strategies to optimize asset performance.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Coordinate the departmental budgeting process, working with various teams to compile and consolidate inputs.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and forecasts, investigating and reporting on variances.
• Prepare regular financial forecasts and updates for management review.

Investment Analysis and Support:

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and due diligence for new investment opportunities and existing asset performance.
• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate investment returns, NPV, IRR, and other key metrics.
• Support the Senior Manager in preparing investment proposals and presentations.

Compliance and Internal Controls:

• Ensure all financial activities comply with internal policies, accounting standards (MFRS/IFRS), and regulatory requirements.
• Help maintain and test the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and asset safeguarding.
• Assist in the coordination with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and support.

Team Leadership and Supervision:

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of finance executives and analysts.
• Allocate tasks, review work, and ensure the team meets its deadlines and quality standards.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.

Process Improvement and Systems:

• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, enhance reporting systems, and improve data quality.
• Participate in or lead finance-related projects, such as system implementations or process automation initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including portfolio managers, operations, and tax teams, to resolve financial issues and support their requirements.
• Act as a key point of contact for finance-related queries within the asset management department.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent is highly preferred.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, analysis, and budgeting, preferably within asset management, investment banking, or a related financial services environment.
• Experience with asset lifecycle accounting (capex, depreciation, disposals) and investment appraisal techniques.

Skills