JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Prepare detailed financial reports, management information, dashboards and forecasts for the Group Finance Director’s review
• Support the Group Finance Director by conducting business analysis and identifying opportunities for process improvement, optimization, and innovation
• Support in driving group projects ensuring alignment with strategic goals
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and track project performance
• Provide high-level administrative support to the Group Finance Director, including organizing meetings, preparing agendas, and tracking action items
• Manage the governance framework for the Group Finance Director’s initiatives, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures
• Establish and monitor KPIs, and SLAs for the functions across the group and analyze data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement
• Stay current on industry trends, economic developments, competitive landscape, and the latest laws, regulations, and financial reporting standards of the countries of operation
• Perform additional duties commensurate with the current role, as and when requested by the management
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE/ EXPERIENCE / TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR POSITION
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics/Statistics/Business Mathematics/ or Business Management/ Finance/ Accounting, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Professional qualifications in Project Management/Financial Planning & Analysis/ IT/Lean/Six Sigma/CIMA/CA/CFA/ACCA
• Proven experience in financial analysis, business analysis, project management, and administrative support
• Proficiency in Generative AI, Excel, financial and data analysis, with experience in Power BI, SQL, and statistical tools
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, etc.) and financial reporting software
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this challenging role, please “Click Here” to apply.
Pay and benefits of the above position will be competitive, and the rewards are performance driven.
Hayleys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Statistics, Business Mathematics, Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role
- Professional qualifications in Project Management, Financial Planning & Analysis, IT, Lean/Six Sigma, CIMA, CA, CFA, or ACCA
- Proven experience in financial analysis, business analysis, project management, and administrative support
- Proficiency in Generative AI, Excel, financial and data analysis, with experience in Power BI, SQL, and statistical tools
- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA) and financial reporting software
- Excellent project management skills, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
What We Do
Hayleys Advantis Limited is the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys PLC with over 50 years of industry presence. As a pioneer in providing integrated logistics solutions, the company represents some of the world's foremost shipping lines, international freight forwarders, and the largest air express transportation company in Sri Lanka, specializing in international freight management, marine services, and terminals and engineering services.
