Financial Operations Supervisor

Job Objective:

Supervise accounting operations related to fixed assets and the general ledger, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions in accordance with approved accounting standards. Contribute to the preparation of periodic financial reports and strengthen financial controls while continuously improving the quality of accounting processes.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities:

A. Fixed Assets

1. Supervise the recording of new fixed assets and review supporting documentation for purchase and registration transactions.
2. Review monthly depreciation entries to ensure accuracy and compliance with approved accounting policies.
3. Monitor asset movements—including additions, disposals, transfers, and retirements—and ensure accurate and timely updates in accounting records and related systems.
4. Coordinate with the Procurement and Inventory departments to verify the accuracy and completeness of asset-related information.
5. Participate in periodic physical asset counts, reconcile discrepancies with accounting records, and initiate corrective actions where necessary.
6. Prepare regular reports on fixed asset status and track key performance indicators related to asset management.

B. General Ledger

1. Oversee daily postings and reconciliations within the general ledger.
2. Review accounts payable and receivable transactions to ensure consistency and alignment with general ledger balances.
3. Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations in coordination with the Treasury team, resolving any discrepancies promptly.
4. Ensure all general ledger entries are in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and internal financial reporting requirements.
5. Support monthly and year-end closing activities, including reviewing and approving closing journal entries.
6. Validate the accuracy of account balances through detailed account analysis and reconciliation processes.

C. Supervision & Team Development

1. Lead, mentor, and guide the accounting team in performing daily tasks, ensuring efficient workload distribution.
2. Review and audit team outputs to maintain high standards of quality and compliance with accounting policies.
3. Contribute to the development and enhancement of accounting policies and procedures related to fixed assets and general ledger functions.

Assist in internal and external audit engagements by providing necessary documentation, reports, and responses to audit queries.

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Required Years of Experience:

5 – 6 years of experience in accounting, including at least 2 years in a finance-related role with supervisory responsibilities.