Assistant Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities

1 Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities across multiple entities, ensuring timely and accurate submission of financials in alignment with WD timelines

• Review and analyze trial balances, reconciliations, and schedules to ensure accuracy and consistency of financial information

• Prepare and review MIS packs, variance analyses, and management commentaries for leadership review

• Support consolidation processes in Oracle FCCS or equivalent consolidation tools, ensuring elimination of intercompany balances and compliance with IFRS

• Drive continuous alignment of reporting structures with the latest IFRS requirements and Group policies

2 Technical Accounting & IFRS Compliance

• Lead technical accounting assessments and prepare accounting position papers on complex transactions (eg, revenue recognition under IFRS 15, leases under IFRS 16, fixed assets under IAS 16, consolidation under IFRS 10, etc)

• Ensure accounting policies are consistently applied across entities and updated for new standards or interpretations

• Liaise with external auditors during interim and year-end audits, ensuring audit readiness, timely resolution of queries, and minimal adjustments

3 Process Controls & Governance

• Implement and monitor internal controls over financial reporting, including reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and intercompany transactions

• Support the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the entire R2R process in coordination with internal and external stakeholders

• Drive adherence to the Delegation of Authority (DOA), VAT compliance, and group accounting framework

• Identify control gaps and lead initiatives to strengthen compliance and operational discipline

4 Systems & Transformation

• Act as a finance process SME in ERP transformation or automation initiatives (Oracle Fusion, FCCS, Keyloop, etc)

• Collaborate with IT, Business Finance, and Shared Services to streamline accounting workflows and reporting automations

• Champion process improvement and data integrity initiatives to enhance close efficiency, accuracy, and transparency

5 Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with Business Finance, Group Reporting, Treasury, Tax, and Audit teams to ensure seamless information flow and cross-functional alignment

• Provide analytical insights to management to support strategic decisions and financial planning

• Support training and upskilling of junior accountants to strengthen the R2R function’s technical capabilities
  

Key Competencies & Skills:

• Technical Expertise: In-depth understanding of IFRS, financial instruments, consolidations, and complex accounting areas

• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong aptitude for interpreting financial data and identifying improvement opportunities

• Systems Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion ERP, FCCS, or equivalent reporting systems

• Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for managing cross-functional teams and auditors

• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy, control, and compliance

• Leadership & Mentoring: Ability to coach team members and foster a culture of continuous improvement
  

Educational & Professional Requirements:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) / ACCA / CPA (or equivalent qualification) – mandatory

• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience, with at least 2–3 years in R2R / Accounting & Reporting

• Previous experience with a Big 4 firm (audit or accounting advisory) is highly desirable

• Experience in the automotive, manufacturing, or distribution industry is an added advantage