Group Finance Manager Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the group finance manager position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for and maintain a high level of service and to be a pro-active member of the M&E team.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• OAble to develop network within DTTL Finance to aid in the team’s understanding of financial data
• OShould be able to work effectively, with minimal day-to-day supervision, and within a team environment to significantly contribute to the success of the team
• Fully qualified accountant, (ACA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Post-qualification experience of “best-practice” reporting in a complex multinational commercial organisation selling multiple products and services
• Demonstrable experience of line managing, appraising, coaching and developing staff
• Extensive experience and understanding of financial systems is a prerequisite
• Proven accounting experience in a leadership role with a similar level of responsibility
• Profession accounting designation (CPA) with excellent knowledge of IFRS and ongoing update of this knowledge

I am excited to be applying for the position of group finance manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for for a system of internal controls that will assure timely and efficient reporting, while safeguarding plant assets.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Forecasting and monthly management reporting
• Cost Transformation
• Previous commercial and analytical finance experience with a track record of driving performance, insight and growing business value
• Make effective judgments on cash flow and balance sheet forecasts
• Certification in Public Accounting
• Passion for working in an exciting, fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Solid understanding of accounting, especially in cash forecasting, VAT and Swiss tax, financial statement consolidation, payable/receivable procedures, internal controls over financial reporting, fixed asset accounting, cost/revenue projections
• Public Accounting and/or Audit experience is an asset

I would like to submit my application for the group finance manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for a high level of responsiveness to internal and external customer inquiries by phone, e-mail, or in person.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, French and English
• Experience in P&L Cost of Goods consolidated reporting
• Experience in or exposure to manufacturing or supply chain environment
• Experience in Company tools
• Act as the highest point of escalation for issues relating to Import / Export LCs and Documentary Collections
• Manage a large workforce in a technical, fast paced and high pressure and high risk environment
• Provide people management and coaching of team members, which will include setting and acting on development plans, managing personnel in their personal development in the role, and hiring new personnel with appropriate skills and capabilities
• Continually encourage and lead staff to identify, recommend and implement process changes to gain efficiencies

I am excited to be applying for the position of group finance manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for risk assessment assistance to the business applying Molex's Risk Management System to optimize C&E performance and support the business to develop and implement their annual compliance plans.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Fluency in Chinese (Putonghua)
• Proven experience and knowledge in financial accounting and IFRS reporting
• Track of record being involved in projects related to acceleration of closing and reporting processes
• ACCA, CIMA, CMA or CPA certificate (or enrolled for final stage exams)
• Analytically adept, self-directed, team-oriented, thrive on challenge
• Strong business analysis excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong executive presence
• Effectively manage multiple projects at the same time
• Exhibits clear leadership and development potential

I am excited to be applying for the position of group finance manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for direct financial analysis and support for the Global Supply Services (GSS) business segment of Praxair, Inc.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• High interpersonal skills to communicate multiple cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and financial statement analysis (including statement of cash flows)
• Working knowledge of systems including Hyperion and JDE
• Operate within appropriate risk parameters, conducts risk assessments and ensure exception/escalation processes are firmly in place
• Strong time-management, decision making and organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines and priorities within a fast paced environment
• Maintain full knowledge and understanding of internal and external developments, market conditions, regulatory and other changes impacting Global Trade Finance
• Exposure to TM1, or similar financial tools preferred
• Knowledge of the restaurant industry is strongly preferred