Manager Finance

We are currently seeking experienced Finance Managers based in Karachi to support upcoming opportunities with leading clients in the FMCG, consumer goods, and e-commerce sectors. These roles involve full ownership or significant responsibility for the finance function, including month-end close processes, management reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, tax compliance, audits, and internal controls. Candidates will often lead a small accounts and finance team, ensuring accuracy and compliance across financial operations. Profiles will be carefully reviewed against the outlined criteria, and suitable candidates will be matched with relevant client opportunities as they arise.

Key Responsibilities
- Take full ownership of the General Ledger and month-end close activities, ensuring books are reconciled and audit-ready at all times.
- Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed analysis of margins by product, category, and sales channel.
- Accurately account for inventory, cost of sales, returns, trade discounts, and rebates.
- Reconcile accounts related to distributors, banks, payment gateways, and courier settlements.
- Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and business case preparation processes, monitoring actual performance against plans.
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and maintain banking relationships effectively.
- Oversee direct and indirect tax filings, and handle any related notices, assessments, or audits.
- Strengthen internal controls, including approval matrices and segregation of duties to mitigate financial risks.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounts and finance team to enhance overall departmental performance.

Required Qualifications
- Fully qualified ACCA, ACA, or CA professional.
- Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in finance roles.
- Proven experience within FMCG, consumer goods, retail, distribution, or e-commerce industries.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP (including Business One), Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
- Demonstrated ownership of month-end close, statutory audits, and preparation of annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and the Companies Act 2017.
- Strong working knowledge of Pakistani tax regulations, including income tax, withholding tax, and federal and provincial sales tax.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modelling.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
While not explicitly stated, candidates with leadership experience and a track record of improving financial processes and controls will be highly regarded. The roles offer the opportunity to work with reputed organizations in dynamic sectors, providing exposure to diverse financial challenges and strategic decision-making.

This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals looking to advance their careers by taking on significant responsibility within well-established companies in Karachi.