Job Overview
The Budgeting & Reporting Manager develops and manages budgets, prepares financial reports, and provides strategic financial insights to support organizational decision-making. This role ensures financial compliance, drives process improvements, and leads critical financial cycles.
Key Responsibilities
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Lead annual budgeting (pre/post), quarterly updates, and daily expenditure monitoring.
- Develop budgets with cross-departmental input and maintain forecasting tools.
- Perform Budget vs. Actual analysis with variance justifications and KPI reporting.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and variance reports.
- Deliver actionable insights and presentations to senior management/stakeholders.
- Ensure accuracy and deadlines for all financial reporting.
Compliance & Controls
- Ensure adherence to IFRS, financial regulations, and company policies.
- Maintain Chart of Accounts and update accounting manuals/procedures.
- Coordinate financial closures, audits, and implement audit recommendations.
- Support VAT compliance and act as backup for audit tasks.
Operations & Leadership
- Manage receivables: oversee collections and relevant meetings.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance financial processes.
- Mentor junior staff and drive automation initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies.
- Support CFO on ad-hoc assignments and finance team deliverables.
Essential
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
- Professional certification (CA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA).
- 7–12 years’ experience in budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis.
- Expertise in Microsoft Excel, financial software, and IFRS.
- Background in Real Estate, Construction, or related industries.
Skills
- Strategic Focus & Decision Making
- Analytical & Problem-Solving
- Planning, Organizing & Results-Driven
- Communication & Interpersonal
- Team Leadership & Coaching
- Integrity & Compliance
