Finance Manager
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Group Reporting Manager/Treasury Director/Cluster Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/Cluster Finance Director
Location: Kochi
Job Summary :
The Finance Manager is responsible for managing the financial health of the organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, strategic financial planning, and risk management. The role includes overseeing treasury functions, maintaining internal controls, managing compliance, and providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the treasury function and oversee corporate financial planning on a daily and project-specific basis.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and variance analyses.
• Manage banking operations, cash flow, and financing requirements, maintaining strong relationships with
financial institutions.
• Evaluate financing options for projects, oversee debt covenant compliance, and optimize capital structure.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks including interest rate and foreign exchange exposure.
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations and tax laws.
• Oversee internal controls and supervise daily financial operations across modules including receivables, payables, and intercompany balances.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support executive decision-making.
• Lead and support internal and external audits and ensure timely submission of statutory reports.
• Critically review project cash flows and budgets, analyze deviations, and recommend corrective measures.
• Support business growth and automation initiatives, including ERP implementations.
• Mentor and manage the finance team, providing training and development support.
• Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned by Group Management.
• Ensure timely filings of statutory returns and regulatory compliance with local and international corporate governance laws.
Required Qualifications:
• Professional qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive financial experience with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong experience in treasury, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel.
• Thorough knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and local financial regulations.
Key Skills:
Technical Skills:
• Expertise in financial planning, analysis, and treasury management.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial reporting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Advanced skills in ERP systems and financial modeling tools.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis.
• Ability to identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Communication & Leadership:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven experience in leading finance teams and cross-functional collaboration.
Organizational & Time Management:
• Strong project management and multitasking skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while managing competing priorities.
Strategic & Continuous Improvement:
• Forward-thinking mindset for process optimization and automation.
• Ability to align financial operations with business strategy.
About the Company:
Vistas Global is a leading solutions and services company dedicated to empowering businesses and government organizations through innovative technology solutions and transformative business services. With a strong focus on operational excellence, sustainable growth, and digital transformation, we help organizations across the public and private sectors address complex challenges, enhance performance, and unlock new opportunities. Through a comprehensive portfolio of technology-driven and value-added business solutions, Vistas Global enables clients to optimize operations, accelerate innovation, and achieve strategic objectives. Guided by a customer-centric approach and deep industry expertise, we are committed to delivering measurable business outcomes and long-term value in an increasingly dynamic global marketplace.