Finance Manager

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Finance Manager

Zero-Error Systems (ZES) is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join our dynamic and fast-growing semiconductor Integrated Circuit (IC) design startup company. As the Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing the financial health of the organization and contribute to its strategic growth and success. This position requires a strong background in finance, accounting and business acumen, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting roles, preferably within the semiconductor industry.

**About the Role**
- Position Title: Finance Manager
- Department: Finance
- Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

**Key Responsibilities**
- Financial Planning and Analysis:

- Develop and execute financial planning strategies, budgeting, and forecasting processes to support the company's long-term goals and objectives.
- Analyze financial data, identify key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide insights to senior management to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
- Monitor financial performance and variances against budgets and forecasts, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Accounting and Reporting:

- Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in compliance with relevant accounting principles and standards.
- Prepare and review financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to provide a clear overview of the company's financial position.
- Coordinate with external auditors to ensure smooth and successful completion of the annual audit process.
- Financial Operations:

- Manage the company's financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
- Implement effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraudulent activities.
- Evaluate financial and operational processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing process enhancements for efficiency and effectiveness**.**
- Cash Flow Management:

- Monitor and maintain cash flow projections to ensure adequate liquidity and optimal utilization of financial resources.
- Develop strategies to optimize working capital and manage cash flow fluctuations.
- Grants, Compliance and Regulatory Requirements:

- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements.
- Manage grant reimbursement submissions.
- Investor Relations:

- Work closely with senior management to provide financial insights and data for investor presentations and meetings.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to address investor queries and enhance investor confidence.
- Other areas of support:

- Work with the CEO and Senior Management to manage cash flow.
- Support the CEO with data for investor management and fund raising.
- Take lead in establishing business processes for finance.
- Any other duties assigned

**Key Requirements**
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g. CPA, CMA) is a plus.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles, with at least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
- Previous experience within the semiconductor industry or related high-tech sectors is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
- Proficient in financial modelling and data analysis tools, with advanced proficiency in Excel.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a team of finance professionals.
- Detail-oriented, analytical mindset, with a strategic outlook and a focus on driving results.
- Strong expertise in semiconductor foundry or fabless IC design company will be an advantage.

**Measures of Performance**
- Financial metrics - Manage and report on all KPI’s related to finance
- Inventory management financial metrics - Work with planning team to monitor inventory
- Cost control - Meet budget for cost