Senior Finance Manager

Overview To oversee the company’s financial reporting functions, ensuring robust financial governance and providing strategic business support. The role also involves managing the financial aspects of licensee relationships and serving as the main liaison with the Shared Services Centre (SSC) for all transactional processes.Key Responsibilities1. Licensee ManagementMonitor and review the financial performance of licensees (e.g. sales reports, royalties, fees, cost reimbursements).Support commercial teams in evaluating licence agreements and renewals.Ensure licensees comply with the financial terms of their contracts.Coordinate with licensees on reporting, invoicing, and payment matters.Identify risks or discrepancies in licensee submissions and escalate as required.2. Management ReportingPrepare and present monthly management reports and financial dashboards.Track KPIs and provide variance analyses with commentary.Support leadership with ad hoc financial reports and insights.3. SSC CoordinationAct as the key liaison between local finance and the SSC for AP, AR, GL, and treasury matters.Manage escalations, monitor SLAs, and ensure service delivery quality.Review and approve journal entries or reconciliations where required.4. Business PartneringWork closely with commercial, operations, and legal teams to support business initiatives.Provide financial input for business cases, pricing models, and new partnerships.Assist with performance reviews and strategic planning discussions.5. Internal Controls & ComplianceMaintain and strengthen financial controls and processes.Ensure compliance with internal policies and statutory regulations.Support internal and external audit processes.6. Tax & Statutory ComplianceWork with external consultants and the SSC to ensure tax filings and statutory reports are accurate and submitted on time.Ensure compliance with local financial regulations and reporting standards.RequirementsDegree in Finance, Accounting or a related field; CPA/ACCA/MICPA qualification preferred.Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or business partnering role.Strong knowledge of financial reporting, analysis, and internal controls.Proficient in financial systems (e.g. SAP, NetSuite, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple stakeholders effectively.