Contract Management Accountant

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present monthly Board Reports, including financials and KPI scorecards, ensuring alignment with reporting deadlines. Analyze and comment on variances between actual and budgeted results, offering high-level insights into company performance.
• Develop and maintain a quarterly forecasting process and model, providing comprehensive reports for the Boards and management teams.
• Lead the annual budgeting process for each company, working closely with business units to align financial plans with strategic goals.
• Collaborate with business units to deliver both strategic and operational financial insights that drive business performance.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for cost savings and potential new income streams.
• Simplify and translate complex financial information for non-financial business partners, ensuring clarity and understanding across the organization.
• Partner with the BI Manager to transition monthly management reporting to a self-service system for business unit managers.
• Take ownership of providing financial education and guidance to business unit areas, ensuring financial literacy across the organization.
• Lead financial modelling efforts for strategic initiatives and business case support, providing critical analysis for key decisions.

Qualifications:

• CA/CPA certification (or equivalent) is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Management Accounting or Finance Business Partnering (or similar roles).
• Proven track record in producing insightful month-end reports, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Strong experience in building and delivering regular forecasts and budgets.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, with the ability to analyze and manipulate data effectively.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated negotiation and influencing skills, particularly with business leaders.
• Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, with the ability to provide actionable insights to management and stakeholders.
• Creative thinker with the ability to innovate and adapt to changing business needs.
• Strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented approach to problem-solving.

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