Finance Manager

The Finance Manager at Cavista is responsible for modeling business scenarios, managing financial budgets, and providing insights through financial analysis. You’ll liaise with business teams to establish budgets, oversee balance sheets, and produce monthly management accounts. Your role will also involve driving process improvements and mentoring junior finance team members, ensuring that financial strategies align with our organizational goals.

Cavista requires a candidate to hold a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with a preference for a master’s degree. You'll need a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a chartered accountant, accompanied by at least 4 years in a managerial role. Membership in professional bodies such as ICAN or ACCA is essential, alongside strong knowledge of accounting software like Sage, SAP, or Oracle EBS.

At Cavista, we prioritize your professional development. As a Finance Manager, you'll have access to employee training programs, wellness initiatives, and mentoring opportunities. We encourage our team members to pursue their growth and believe that investing in our people drives the success of our organization. Plus, our remote working flexibility allows you to balance work-life commitments effectively while thriving in your role.

In the Finance Manager role, you will utilize various accounting and financial analysis software to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Familiarity with MS Office, specifically Excel for data analysis and financial modeling, is crucial. Experience with accounting software such as Sage, SAP, and Oracle EBS will also be beneficial in managing financial reports and metrics.

Cavista fosters an open, agile environment where collaboration, transparency, and innovative thinking thrive. As a Finance Manager, you will be part of a diverse team that values each individual’s contributions. We believe in a flat structure where the best ideas prevail, allowing you to engage in meaningful discussions, drive strategic decisions, and create impactful financial reporting that resonates across the organization.

To effectively answer this question, provide specific examples of the financial models you've developed in past roles. Explain the purpose behind these models, how they supported business objectives, and the tools you used. Highlight any challenges faced and how you overcame them, showcasing both your technical expertise and critical thinking skills.

In your response, describe your systematic approach to budgeting and forecasting. Discuss how you gather data, engage with stakeholders to understand project needs, and utilize historical financial performance to inform your projections. Emphasize the importance of flexibility and communication in adapting budgets as project conditions change.

Explain your methods for identifying process inefficiencies, such as conducting reviews or gathering team input. Discuss specific process improvements you've successfully implemented in the past, using data to measure their impact on operational efficiency and team productivity. This demonstrates your proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Share techniques you've used to prioritize tasks effectively, such as creating a priority matrix or using project management tools. Provide examples of high-pressure situations you managed, detailing how you communicated with various teams to ensure deadlines were met without compromising accuracy. This shows your organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Discuss your previous experiences mentoring or training junior team members, outlining how you created a supportive learning environment. Share specific methods or tools you used for training, as well as any successes or improvements you’ve observed in those you mentored. This illustrates your leadership and commitment to team development.

Describe your preferred techniques for financial data analysis, such as trend analysis, variance analysis, and ratio analysis. Mention any specific software or tools you commonly use for these insights, highlighting how you utilize data to inform decision-making and support business strategies.

Select a concrete example where your financial analysis led to significant decision-making. Describe the context, your analysis process, the insights you provided, and how those insights influenced leadership strategies or business outcomes. This demonstrates your analytical thinking and strategic impact.

Explain your strategies for keeping up-to-date with accounting standards, like attending professional development sessions, participating in industry forums, or reading relevant publications. Discuss the importance of compliance and how you translate new regulations into actionable practices for your team.

Share your knowledge and experience of working with investor relations, detailing any responsibilities you held that involved communicating financial results or analyses to investors. Highlight your understanding of key financial metrics that investors focus on, showcasing your capability in building stakeholder relations.

Articulate your motivation to join Cavista by aligning your professional values with the company’s mission. Discuss how its innovative environment and commitment to collaboration resonate with your career aspirations. Make sure to express genuine enthusiasm for contributing to Cavista’s success and growing within the organization.