FINANCE MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCES, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Reviewed under Editorial Standards by Lam Nguyen

Published: Jun 6, 2025 - The Finance Manager brings extensive experience in charity accounting standards (SORP), multi-site operations, and the not-for-profit care sector. This role requires a proven ability to improve financial processes, communicate complex concepts effectively, and maintain high performance under pressure. The manager also demonstrates strong integrity, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Finance Manager Resume
  • Performance Analysis
  • Financial Modeling
  • Forecast Planning
  • Budget Preparation
  • Cash Management
  • Audit Compliance
  • Tax Reporting
  • Ledger Management
  • Cost Analysis
  • Report Preparation
  • Strategic Advising
  • Team Leadership
  • Cross Collaboration
  • Business Partnering
  • Process Improvement
  • Employee Coaching
  • Contract Leadership
  • Executive Communication
  • KPI Management
  • Resource Optimization

Summary of Finance Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BA in Economics with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience in a Business/Financial analysis position in an MNC environment
  • Knowledge of the Consumer Healthcare, Pharma or FMCG industries
  • Proven track record in an operational Finance role or strong experience
  • Ability to work in a matrix organization with a high level of operational autonomy
  • Strong business acumen and negotiation skills
  • Good command of spoken and written English
  • Ability to influence and convince
  • Effective at building networks, both internally and externally
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)

2. BA in Corporate Finance with 2 years of Experience

  • Working experience in Accounting
  • Good technical knowledge in Local GAAP
  • Strong understanding of local tax
  • English and local language communication, Mandarin language
  • Good command of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Oracle knowledge
  • Experience in the consolidation of accounts
  • Excellent organizational skills coupled with strong analytical and reasoning skills
  • High level of integrity, strong personal drive and resourcefulness
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

3. BA in Finance with 4 years of Experience

  • Thorough knowledge of financial analysis concepts and methodologies
  • Advanced knowledge of accounting theory, practice, regulatory requirements and reporting
  • Well-developed financial analysis, forecasting and planning skills
  • Excellent IT skills including all Microsoft Office programs
  • Must be a combination of process-driven, dynamic, forward-thinking, and analytical, with a high level of flexibility and adaptability
  • Strong administrative skills, with the ability to multitask in a busy environment, meet deadlines and maintain a high attention to detail
  • Demonstrable knowledge of relevant financial accounting reporting rules
  • Excellent communicator with internal and external stakeholders 
  • Flexible working options available, pension, and healthcare

4. BA in International Business with 2 years of Experience

  • Strong numerical and analytical skills
  • Ability to show effective leadership to solve problems and to set priorities
  • Ability to learn from others and be self-learning
  • Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work within diverse organizations and teams
  • Good English communication skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel
  • Previous strategy/operations consulting background
  • Experience in controlling/FP&A, plus finance admin 
  • Ability to influence stakeholders to help achieve goals

5. BA in Auditing with 3 years of Experience

  • Working experience in Finance/Accounting 
  • Excellent written, verbal, and partnership skills
  • Ability to develop cross-functional relationships
  • Knowledge of P&L and working capital drivers within a manufacturing/operations environment
  • Prior experience in a global company and a highly matrixed organization
  • Proficient at understanding and proactively sharing the financial implications of business decisions
  • Strong written and verbal skills
  • Microsoft Office with advanced knowledge of Excel, CMR, and Hyperion Planning
  • Deliver outstanding results working with cross-functional teams

6. BA in Financial Markets with 2 years of Experience

  • Superior attention to detail
  • Ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Advanced experience with Excel, SQL, Cognos, Power Pivot, or similar tools and working with large data sets
  • Ability to work independently, build relationships, and influence senior leaders
  • Experience at a similar level Financial or Management Accountant role
  • Excellent IT skills including a high level of ability in all Microsoft applications
  • Experience gained from the manufacturing/engineering sector

7. BA in Insurance and Finance with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience in a financial management position with responsibilities as described above
  • Experience working with international organizations, such as international non-governmental organizations
  • Fluency in Vietnamese and proficiency in the English language including reading, writing and speaking skills
  • Proficiency in using accounting software
  • Good knowledge of Vietnamese laws on labor, social and health insurance and personal income tax
  • Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a team in a strongly collaborative manner
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and take initiative

8. BA in Trade and Finance with 1 year of Experience

  • Well organized with excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Possesses strong problem-solving and time management skills, with attention to detail, following through on projects and handling multiple tasks
  • Must also take initiative, juggle conflicting priorities and function well in a fast-paced environment
  • Possess advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and knowledge of financial systems
  • Previous working experience in Finance and Accounting
  • Experience as a Finance Manager in large-scale companies
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills in both Vietnamese and English
  • Having the ability to work under high pressure

9. BA in Managerial Finance with 8 years of Experience

  • Possess a Postgraduate qualification or professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA
  • Working experience in working for International NGOs in a humanitarian and development setting
  • Strong accounting skills and experience, including management of the general ledger, journal entries, payroll, and payables
  • Demonstrates sound knowledge of the relevant tax laws and other statutory obligations 
  • Sound command of the balance sheet interpretation and presentation
  • Strong background in external donor reporting for an international NGO
  • Experience working with major donors like USAID, SIDA, EU, DFID, UNHCR,WFP, etc
  • Good financial management skills with knowledge of computer Accounting Packages
  • Good understanding of Government budgets and tax policies
  • Proven ability to work with a team under minimal supervision and being able to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines
  • Strong Planning, organising and negotiation skills
  • Strong analytical skills and strategic planning abilities
  • Ability to establish and maintain conducive collegial relations and perform effectively as a member of a team
  • Computer literacy and excellent documentation skills
  • Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
  • Ability to intervene in crisis management or troubleshooting
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
  • Excellent time management and planning capacity

10. BA in Business Administration with 6 years of Experience

  • Flexibility and ability that fit a highly dynamic structure
  • Experience in Central or Group Finance function or financial auditing
  • Passion for learning and personal growth
  • Must be a French speaker with a high competency level
  • Experience in a similar Finance Management role within a small, fast-moving environment
  • Experience in managing profit and loss statements and balance sheets
  • Experience maintaining company ledgers and reconciling bank accounts
  • Experience running Payroll and paying contractors
  • Experience managing employee and freelance staff expense claims
  • Good communication skills and very high attention to detail

11. BA in Supply Chain Finance with 4 years of Experience

  • Ability to coordinate financial program objectives with the general goals of the total organization and its various departments
  • Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate financial programs
  • Able to supervise, train, and evaluate the performance of assigned staff 
  • Able to manage the Finance Division
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
  • Accounting and audit experience in the Real Estate and the Funds
  • Experience in Consolidation processes
  • Strong analytical skills and strong Excel skills
  • Excellent understanding of company law and tax aspects for Luxembourg companies
  • Excellent understanding of the real estate business
  • Attention to detail, rigorous, flexible, precise, well-organized and strong team player
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to work independently and in an international environment

12. BA in Business Finance with 3 years of Experience

  • Knowledge/experience of the legal industry
  • Strong academic background, technical accounting skills, knowledge, and experience in financial modelling
  • Exceptional MS Office skills, particularly Excel and Word
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to influence and negotiate at a senior management level
  • Strong leadership skills and experience in managing and motivating a team
  • Must be eligible to work within the Republic of Ireland

13. BA in Economics with 5 years of Experience

  • Must have a working knowledge of general accounting principles and budget and financial analysis techniques
  • Must be familiar with PC and host-based computer systems
  • Experience in rigorous financial planning, analysis and/or strategy experience
  • Experience in an engineering environment
  • Excellent analytical ability and Excel spreadsheet skills
  • Good planning and organisation skills
  • Ability to understand concepts and ideas quickly and model data in meaningful ways
  • Comfortable and willing to interrogate existing processes and systems
  • Experience in working across functions and cultures and dealing with remote teams
  • Excellent personal and business presentation skills, in particular the presentation of financial information to non-finance managers and directors
  • Good spoken and written English
  • Strong sense of operational discipline and the ability to meet deadlines

14. BA in Investment Management with 2 years of Experience

  • Ability to instigate and implement change
  • Ability to see the big picture
  • Experience of working to tight immovable deadlines
  • Excellent knowledge of financial legislation, regulation and accounting
  • High level of IT competence including extensive knowledge of the relevant modules within Microsoft Great Plains, and expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Knowledge of FCA regulatory reporting
  • Knowledge of company systems and processes
  • Experience in statutory financial reporting

15. BA in Corporate Finance with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience within property company finance and investment appraisals
  • Strong modeling and analysis skills, with the ability to build financial models
  • Ability to communicate effectively and business partners and senior Stakeholders
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS 16 accounting 
  • Comprehensive understanding of financial statements including balance sheets and general ledgers, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, and the entire financial close process
  • High level of individual accountability and the ability to influence others while maintaining key relationships in the business
  • High level of emotional intelligence and be able to work under strict deadlines
  • Savvy in Excel and the entire MS Office suite
  • Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to make judgments and recommend solutions

16. BA in Business Finance with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment
  • Previous Pharmaceutical Industry experience 
  • Experience in accounting and internal controls 
  • Experience in a range of finance disciplines, including Financial Statements preparation and Taxation
  • Experience with ERP systems 
  • Highly collaborative team player within local and broader organization
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving approach
  • Flexible individual who can cope with competing demands and tight deadlines
  • Very good knowledge of MS Office - especially Excel
  • Fluent in spoken and written English

17. BA in Auditing with 2 years of Experience

  • Working experience in corporate finance
  • Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel (index/match, lookups, pivot tables, etc.) and proficient in other Microsoft Office suite applications
  • Working experience in SAP/Business Objects/BPC 
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Demonstrate strong analytical skills and work well under pressure
  • Pragmatic, professional, highly organized and great attention to detail

18. BA in International Business with 1 year of Experience

  • Progressive financial planning and analysis or consulting experience
  • Experience in Pharmacy, PBM or Benefits consulting or related
  • Solid analytical background, attention to detail, and experience managing big data sets
  • Solid executive presence, communication and influencing skills with internal and external stakeholders
  • Solid ability to work collaboratively and influence across a matrix environment
  • Intermediate level of proficiency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Excellent communication and organization skills
  • Previous experience within a secondary school 

19. BA in Business Economics with 4 years of Experience

  • Superior written and verbal communication skills with strong oral presentation skills
  • Capable of working in a matrix environment
  • Hands-on experience of managing teams in continental Europe (applicable for Global Accounts)
  • Previous experience in a service industry role using operating systems such as Dynamics AX
  • Able to deal with GMP, Cost plus or Fixed price commercial models
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Well organized, careful and patient, with high attention to detail
  • Self-directed, self-motivated, and able to work independently
  • Strong and collaborative communicator
  • Proven and progress with experience in financial management of different donors in an NGO setting
  • Experience in managing commercial contracts, foundations and grants

20. BA in Real Estate Finance with 3 years of Experience

  • Working experience in financial modeling/business case
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills to work effectively with teams throughout the organization
  • Experience in a management role 
  • Experience in the telecommunications industry
  • Working experience in accounting and finance and control in an international real estate environment
  • Experience in budgeting/forecasting/long-term financial planning
  • High level of knowledge and skills in Excel
  • Good knowledge of local GAAP and IFRS
  • Able to be well-versed in local tax regulations

21. BA in Insurance and Finance with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience in a finance role and the professional services industry
  • Exceptional modelling and data analytics skills (Excel, Alteryx and Power BI)
  • Commercial awareness and a desire to influence strategic decision-making
  • Excellent interpersonal, influencing and relationship management skills
  • Strong people skills with the ability to coach and adapt to different working styles
  • Strong project manager who is deadline-driven and can handle competing priorities
  • Strong attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy
  • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision

22. BA in Finance with 2 years of Experience

  • Experience in a risk-based healthcare organization
  • Meaningful experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and managing costs in a matrixed organization
  • Proven record of working with a diverse group of individuals
  • Understanding of finance, accounting, and its impact on reporting systems
  • Experience with a tier 1 ERP system (e1, SAP, etc.), SQL, PowerBI, Tableau, COGNOS or other similar reporting systems
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

23. BA in Financial Management with 4 years of Experience

  • Accounting/Finance experience in a corporate environment
  • Working experience in leadership/management
  • Attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Demonstrated technical accounting and finance competency to enable the creation of innovative solutions
  • Professional demeanor with a positive attitude and influence on others within the organization
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the capability to interact with leaders to cultivate and maintain strong relationships
  • Strong presentation skills that engage a variety of audiences and cultures
  • Detail-oriented but able to step back to understand and articulate the bigger picture
  • Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritize multiple projects
  • Highly advanced skills in MS Excel
  • Experience with Workday and TM1
  • Experience in the insurance industry

24. BA in Public Accounting with 2 years of Experience

  • Working experience in an MNC, media or telecommunications experience
  • Strong IT skills such as Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Access
  • Advanced knowledge of SAP, Business Warehouse 
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
  • Solid business perspective and interest in the media industry
  • Positive attitude and constantly seeks to improve things
  • Strong analytical and technical skills
  • Strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively across cultural and business environments

25. BA in Management Accounting with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience in SAP, Power BI, and Full Microsoft Office
  • Experience in FMCG and/or Pharma
  • Business knowledge and Technical finance knowledge
  • Ability to provide effective financial management for a complex organization using technical expertise and analytical skills
  • Understanding of financial systems and processes
  • Able to perform under pressure
  • Experience with Finance Management
  • Experience with a sales pipeline tracking tool (Mercury, Salesforce, etc.)
  • Experience with sales pipeline management

26. BA in Economics with 5 years of Experience

  • Proven solid track record as hands-on finance manager
  • Good working knowledge of both GAAP and IFRS
  • Strong communication and analytical skills and a solid can-do mentality
  • Good command of Office 365 (predominantly Excel and PowerPoint) and ERP systems (Exact Globe/Synergy and Sage)
  • Previous experience working in a similar Finance Manager role
  • Experience to a high standard in Estimating or Quantity Surveying
  • Proven relevant experience in the pharmaceutical sector 
  • Relevant successful experience in the provision of estimating and/or QS services in a large project environment
  • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
  • Demonstrated negotiation and influencing skills
  • Capability to relate and communicate with people from a variety of diverse backgrounds at all levels of the industry

27. BA in Business Statistics with 2 years of Experience

  • Finance experience or a related analytical field
  • Finance experience or a related analytical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, working with multiple peer groups and levels of management
  • Experience performing analyses using advanced Excel functionality and providing recommendations based on results to senior management for strategic decision-making
  • Strong resourcefulness and ability to find or develop compelling data given limited resources and time
  • Experience and ability to use SQL, Essbase, Power Pivot, Cognos or similar tools
  • Detail-oriented and data-driven

28. BA in Investment Management with 4 years of Experience

  • Finance, consulting, and business operations experience
  • Working experience in FP&A
  • Experience developing analytical frameworks and communicating financial concepts to leadership
  • Experience partnering with and influencing functional leaders
  • Experience with building advanced financial models in Excel. 
  • Experience with PowerPoint, Essbase, and Hyperion 
  • Experience in accounting concepts and financial planning
  • Demonstrated experience communicating effectively with senior leadership
  • Experience prioritizing and working independently and navigating ambiguity
  • Organized, detail-oriented, experienced in multitasking, and a team player
  • Experience with SQL and in a high-growth tech company

29. BA in International Business with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience in a large accounting function and management position
  • Technically strong, with a working knowledge of GAAP including FRS102
  • Working knowledge of VAT and its application to charities operating in the care sector
  • Experience in producing Statutory Accounts and Annual Reports
  • Experience with external audit processes
  • Preparation and presentation of management accounts, annual budgets and forecasts
  • Experience in delivering a business partnering service
  • Good attention to detail and a propensity to achieve uniform standards of presentation and communication
  • Excellent systems experience including proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Intermediate level such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs), Word, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent working knowledge of general ledgers
  • Demonstrated mathematical and analytical knowledge 
  • Ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem
  • Experienced at implementing change to maximise efficiency in processes, results and team structure

30. BA in Real Estate Finance with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience with charity accounting standards (SORP)
  • Experience of working in the care or 'not-for-profit' sector
  • Experience of working for a multi-site organisation
  • Proven track record of identifying and implementing financial process improvement
  • Demonstrates a commitment to teamwork through their actions
  • Sets high standards for results and continually raises these standards
  • Maintains effective performance under pressure
  • Communicates complex concepts and issues effectively
  • Works with others to generate improvement ideas and actively participates in implementing new initiatives
  • Demonstrates high standards of conduct that are not compromised even under highly stressful circumstances

31. BA in Applied Finance with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience in Hotel Finance in a supervisory/management capacity
  • Knowledge of appropriate hotel systems to support operational processes
  • Knowledge of AP, AR, Income Audit and Payroll, ideally within a hospitality environment
  • Proven track record with success in coaching and training team members
  • Proven record of self-initiative and demonstrated capability to lead a team
  • Working experience in business, finance, or analytical experience with progressive advancement
  • Ability to tell stories about business and financial analytics and reports to audiences spanning multiple disciplines and seniority levels, including senior executives
  • Prior experience designing and building financial models to evaluate new products, features, or business opportunities
  • Proven effectiveness in driving complex multi-stakeholder planning processes, leading cross-team programs to desired results, and managing risk
  • Ability to rapidly gain/build trust and confidence of stakeholders
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