FINANCIAL OPERATIONS MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: Apr 2, 2025 - The Financial Operations Manager has extensive experience in managing software and product implementations, including ERP systems like SAP and Oracle, and specializes in Business Intelligence and Data Warehouse solutions. This role requires deep knowledge of financial statements, accounting, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, consolidation, and sales analysis, coupled with proficiency in Microsoft-based analytical and reporting tools such as Office, Excel, and Power BI. The manager also demonstrates strong independent working capabilities, initiative-taking, and adeptness in communication and presentation, thriving in both solo and team settings to rapidly adapt to new information and market changes.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Financial Operations Manager Resume
  • Financial Analysis
  • Budget Planning
  • Vendor Management
  • Data Validation
  • General Ledger
  • Policy Compliance
  • Payment Processing
  • Audit Preparation
  • Cash Forecasting
  • Journal Entries
  • Process Improvement
  • Issue Resolution
  • Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Performance Management
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Strategic Collaboration
  • Staff Coaching
  • Project Management
  • Team Development

Summary of Financial Operations Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BA in Accounting with 3 years of Experience

  • VISTA accounting and project management software experience
  • Professional experience in a finance position, ideally within a growing startup with international operations
  • Knowledgeable in accounting, budgeting, reporting, and controlling
  • Ability to interact with senior leaders and investors to build financial models
  • Work ethic and the ability to understand and carry out written or verbal instructions
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to manage the finances or budgets of multiple projects concurrently. 
  • Able to work under pressure and on flexible time
  • Strong computer experience, including Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Good organization and time management skills

2. BA in Investment Management with 1 year of Experience

  • Have professional experience in a similar role
  • An ability to work independently
  • Experience working with Financial Software/ERP NetSuite
  • Have problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
  • Have IFRS/HGB knowledge
  • Strong oral communication skills
  • Excellent organization and time management skills
  • Possesses strong MS Excel skills

3. BA in Corporate Finance with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience in project management on completion of software and product implementations (SAP, Oracle, or any ERP), ideally in the area of Business Intelligence, Data Warehouse, etc
  • Experience in designing and implementing OLAP-based solutions
  • Knowledge of Financial Statements, Accounting, Management Reporting, Budgeting and Forecasting, Consolidation, and Sales Analysis
  • Experience working with Microsoft-based analytical and reporting tools, e.g., Office/Excel/Power BI, etc.
  • Fluent in English and other languages
  • Worked in Business Process Outsourcing or a shared service setup
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative 
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Able to make data-informed decisions and can act quickly to new information and changing market dynamics
  • Ability to work in a team environment