Assistant Manager - Finance

Job description:

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Supervise and manage the accounting team, including Team Leaders, Senior Accountants, and Junior Officers.
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records, including general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Review and approve financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including acquisition, depreciation, and disposals.
• Ensure proper accounting for accounts payable and receivable.
• Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audits.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of financial data in ERP systems (SAP).
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support decision-making.
• Handle tax-related accounting matters in coordination with the Finance Manager.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Finance Manager.

Minimum Academic/ Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent with 8 years of experience.

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent).