– Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions
– Oversee financial department employees, including financial assistants and accountants
– Contract outside services for tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial needs as necessary
– Track the company’s financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement
– Seek out methods for minimizing financial risk to the company
– Research and analyze financial reports and market trends
– Provide insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
– Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports
– Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives, and clients in formal meetings
– Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
– Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation
– Familiar with banks and their requirements for facilities.