Finance Managers

Finance Managers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the financial and accounting activities within organisations.

What the job involves

• Determining, implementing, monitoring, reviewing and evaluating budgetary and accounting strategies, policies and plans in consultation with other Managers

• Providing financial information and interpreting the implications for business performance and funding needs

• Coordinating the development, implementation and monitoring of accounting systems

• Directing the preparation of financial reports summarising and forecasting the organisation's financial position such as income statements, balance sheets and analyses of future earnings and income

• Assessing capital finance proposals and the financial status of operational projects

• Advising on investment strategies, sources of funds and the distribution of earnings

• Delivering long range profit forecasts, budgeting and financial reporting

• Ensuring compliance with financial legislation and standards