Accounts Manager

Overall Purpose

The Accounts Manager will:

• Ensure strong accounting and reporting practices, including overseeing and monitoring an effective control environment and providing sound financial advice to the management team.
• Prepare financial statements, budget reports, forecasts, cost analysis reports, and make appropriate financial recommendations.
• Monitor and provide financial analysis and support to the GCFO/GDCFO on business transactions and departmental performance.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage all accounting, financial reporting, analysis, and interpretation of operating financial data.
• Ensure all reports are prepared and communicated to the reporting line on a timely basis with complete and accurate figures.
• Manage teams to coordinate and deliver on internal and external reporting requirements, ensuring all deadlines and standards are met.
• Take ownership of the audit process by liaising with external auditors, providing necessary documentation in a timely manner, and preparing financial statements.
• Ensure all accounts are prepared in accordance with the latest accounting standards.

• Monitor and ensure the accuracy of budgets and financial reporting.

• Ensure all financial statements are complete, accurate, and compliant with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable industry standards.
• Monitor and enhance compliance controls, structures, and automated processes to ensure effective financial management and control.
• Assist in coordinating annual audit engagements with internal and external auditors to ensure audit requirements are met promptly.
• Lead, plan, coordinate, and manage the accounting team, including supporting the development of their skills and knowledge.
• Responsible for efficiently performing any other related duties as requested by the Head of Department.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• ACCA or ACA Qualified

• At least 5 years of experience with a strong financial and technical accounting background

• Experience in auditing is an advantage

Other Attributes, Knowledge & Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Leadership qualities to drive team performance

• Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals, including IFRS9

• Compliance-oriented with auditing experience

• Proficient in ERP software and technology-friendly

• Strong analytical skills and sense of initiative

• Proficiency in written and verbal communication, report writing, and presentation skills