Assistant Manager – Finance

Right Talent Sri Lanka is currently seeking a highly qualified and results-driven Assistant Manager – Finance for a leading DMCG company. This is a critical role responsible for driving financial excellence, ensuring statutory compliance, and optimizing financial operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in financial accounting, treasury management, and risk mitigation, ensuring the organization maintains robust financial health and reporting excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Closure: Ensure the timely closure of monthly accounts and the preparation of Consolidated Financial Statements in compliance with international reporting standards.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the preparation of the Annual Budget and periodic re-forecasting. Oversee and control CAPEX budgets to align with strategic goals.
Treasury & Cash Flow: Plan and manage cash flows and treasury operations. Negotiate favorable interest and exchange rates with banking partners and external stakeholders.
Working Capital Management: Implement and drive strategies for efficient working capital management.
Taxation & Compliance: Oversee direct and indirect tax filings, computations, and returns. Monitor regulatory changes to advise management on tax implications.
Audit & Internal Controls: Ensure strict adherence to statutory regulations and oversee both internal and external audit processes.
Strategic Insights: Provide financial insights to facilitate cross-functional communication and resource allocation in line with business plans.
Process Improvement: Continuously drive process improvements in financial operations while maintaining rigorous compliance.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Professional Qualification: Membership in a recognized professional accounting body (ACA/ACCA) and/or a Graduate Degree in Finance.
Experience: A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, specifically within an FMCG or Manufacturing environment.

Assistant Manager Finance