Finance Manager (Factory)

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Lead the finance and accounting function of the company.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity requirements.
• Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to management.
• Oversee banking relationships and financing activities.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate management reporting.
• Analyze financial results and provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
• Present financial reports and insights to senior management.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process.
• Prepare financial forecasts and business plans.
• Monitor departmental budgets and ensure cost optimization.
• Support strategic decision-making through financial analysis.

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance

• Monitor production costs and manufacturing efficiencies.
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Support inventory valuation and stock control processes.
• Develop cost reduction initiatives and profitability analysis.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with Iraqi regulations, tax requirements, and company policies.
• Coordinate external and internal audits.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Support implementation of IFRS and best financial practices where applicable.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Establish KPIs and performance objectives.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Project Support

• Participate in business transformation and improvement projects.
• Support ERP implementation and process automation initiatives.
• Coordinate financial aspects of company projects and investments.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, CFA, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Experience

• Minimum 7–10 years of finance and accounting experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years in a Finance Manager or similar leadership role.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in companies with 100+ employees.
• Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, treasury, and cost accounting.
• Exposure to project management is considered an advantage.
• Experience with ERP systems is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Financial Management
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Cost Accounting
• Cash Flow Management
• Internal Controls
• Audit Coordination
• Leadership & Team Management
• ERP Systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Communication & Presentation Skills

Languages

• Kurdish (Preferred)
• Arabic (Required)
• English (Good working proficiency)