Finance Manager - Corporate Finance

About the role

A leading recruitment company in Sri Lanka is recruiting a Finance Manager on behalf of a leading conglomerate based in Colombo. The role is for an experienced, commercially minded manager of corporate finance who will oversee corporate finance operations, financial reporting and business partnering activities, contributing to strategic initiatives while maintaining strong financial governance.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and ensure timely, accurate management and statutory reports.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of the annual report in line with regulatory and reporting standards.
• Develop, review and implement group finance policies and procedures.
• Manage SAP-driven finance processes and support continuous process improvement.
• Partner with corporate office functions by providing financial insights and decision-making support.
• Ensure compliance with finance policies, accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor budgets, analyse variances and manage the corporate cost base to improve financial performance.
• Analyse financial data and prepare reports supporting strategic planning and business growth.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, and identify ways to strengthen financial processes, controls and efficiency.

Required profile

• Membership of a recognised professional accounting body (CASL, CIMA or ACCA) or a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, financial reporting or financial consolidation.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, budgeting and financial analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced corporate environment while managing multiple priorities.

Required skills

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is a distinct advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and business partnering skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.