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GIST Impact

Manager, Finance

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Role Description:<\/b>
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We are seeking a detail\-oriented and analytical finance professional to join our team, specialising in Management Reporting, Analysis and financial modelling. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in financial data analysis, reporting, and supporting decision\-making processes. Proficiency in advanced Excel, data visualisation, and presentation skills is essential for success in this role.
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Job Duties and Responsibilities:<\/b>
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  • Finance Transformation & Process Optimisation<\/b><\/span>
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    • Lead and project manage end\-to\-end delivery of key finance transformation initiatives across the group.
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    • Redesign and implement improvements to core finance processes to enhance automation, control, and scalability.
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    • Oversee and drive process improvements through template creations and training across:
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      • Month\-end close
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      • Purchase ledger
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      • Order\-to\-cash
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      • Expense management
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      • Approval workflows
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      • Develop and maintain finance templates, forms, and SOPs.
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      • Design, structure and help create the investor data room to support audits, fundraising, and due diligence.
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      • Contribute to project\-based financial initiatives with a focus on automation and operational efficiency.
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      • Standardise and roll out balance sheet reconciliation templates across the group.
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      • MIS Reporting & Analysis<\/b><\/span>
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        • Design and roll out maintenance of monthly MIS dashboards to monitor financial performance, KPIs, and business metrics.
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        • Create the capabilities to analyse and present financial data, including P&L, budgets, forecasts, and variance reports.
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        • Project manage and roll out the timeliness of all management reports, dashboards, and presentations.
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        • Financial Modelling & Data Management<\/b>
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          • Build and manage integrated financial models for budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis and variance analysis.
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          • Collect, organise, and validate financial and operational data from multiple systems.
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          • Ensure data integrity and resolve discrepancies effectively.
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          • Presentation & Visualization<\/b>
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            • Prepare clear and compelling templates for presentations using PowerPoint for internal and external stakeholders.
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            • Visualise complex data for decision\-making using charts, graphs, and dashboards.
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            • Collaboration & Stakeholder Management<\/b>
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              • Work closely with finance, operations, and cross\-functional teams to enhance data flow and reporting.
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              • Support audit processes, reconciliation, and other ad\-hoc finance projects.
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              • Upskill and train team members to embed best practices and tools.
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              • Continuous Improvement<\/b>
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                • Identify opportunities for streamlining reporting processes and automating manual tasks.
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                • Stay updated with financial reporting trends, tools, and best practices.
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                  Desired Professional Traits:<\/b>
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                  • Proactive and self\-motivated with a strong sense of ownership.
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                  • Natural problem\-solver who can identify process gaps and drive implementation.
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                  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross\-functionally.
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                  • Clear communicator who can translate complex data into actionable insights.
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                  • Adaptable, curious, and eager to adopt new tools and best practices.
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                    Requirements<\/h3>
                    • CA Certification
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                    • Master\u2019s degree in Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field.
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                    • Additional certification or coursework in Sustainability is a strong plus
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                    • Proven experience in financial reporting, MIS, and transformation in a scaling or tech environment of at least 4 years.
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                    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, charts, and scenario tools).
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                    • Strong PowerPoint skills for presentation development.
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                    • Familiarity with data visualisation tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Google Data Studio is advantageous.
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                    • Familiarity with accounting software like Tally, Bexio, Zoho Books, and Xero.
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                    • Excellent analytical, problem\-solving, and data interpretation skills.
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                    • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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