Finance Officer Job Purpose:

• Responsible for the financial health of an organization.
• Producing financial reports and developing strategies based on financial research, guiding senior executives in making sound business decisions in the long and short term.

Finance officer Job Duties:

• Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as vendor invoicing and other transactions
• Oversee financial department employees, including financial assistants and accountants
• Contract outside services for tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial needs as necessary
• Track the company's financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement
• Seek out methods for minimizing financial risk to the company
• Research and analyses financial reports and market trends
• Provide insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
• Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports
• Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives, and clients in formal meetings
• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation.

Finance officer Skills and Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in accounting, business, economics, finance, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in a finance role
• understanding of data privacy standards
• Good communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Deep understanding of business principles and practices planning skills, research skills, analytical skills, critical thinking & problem-solving skills.