Finance Manager

Job Description
Finance Manager

Financial Operations, Reconciliation & Reporting

Position Summary
We're seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead financial planning, reporting, and operational finance activities. This role oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, bank reconciliations, transaction exception processing, and financial controls. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can combine financial expertise with process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.

Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and recommendations.

Oversee bank account, credit card, merchant processor, and general ledger reconciliations.

Investigate and resolve transaction discrepancies, reconciling items, and financial exceptions.

Manage chargebacks, customer refunds, non-sufficient funds (NSF) items, and related financial activities.

Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, internal controls, and audit requirements.

Support month-end and year-end close activities in partnership with Accounting.

Develop and improve financial processes, reporting, and operational controls.

Lead, coach, and develop finance team members while driving accountability and performance.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.

Prior people leadership and team development experience.

5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, FP&A, financial operations, or related functions.

Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis.

Experience managing bank reconciliations, transaction processing, or financial controls.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Experience working with financial systems, ERP platforms, or accounting software.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications
MBA, CPA, CMA, or similar professional certification.

Experience in financial services, banking, payment processing, or transaction-intensive environments.

Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, or PeopleSoft.

Experience leading process improvement, automation, or financial transformation initiatives.