Summary

Oversee the operations of the Company’s finance matters, including; business planning and budget, receivables, payables, financial control and administration (tax, treasury, insurance, and audit), and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

1. Oversee all company accounts and investments
2. Ensuring robust financial systems and processes are in place and developing procedures which are currently not there but essential to financial discipline and controls
3. Supervise the preparation of month end accounts and VAT returns
4. Ensure the completion of bank and balance sheet reconciliations
5. Report to the MD and OPERATIONS DIRECTOR with timely and accurate financial Developing forecasting models (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow)
6. Create monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts
7. Manage cash flow by tracking transactions and regularly reviewing internal reports
8. Suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems, including payroll and invoicing
9. Ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported
10. Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation
11. Collaborate with auditing services to ensure proper compliance with all Managing the audit process and liaising with external personnel
12. Develop budgets and financial plans for the company and Budget analysis
13. Review all financial plans and budgets regularly to look for cost reduction opportunities
14. Examine all financial reports and data closely to check for discrepancies
15. Create systems to prevent errors in data collection and calculations
16. Oversee the preparation of year-end statutory accounts
17. Managing, mentoring, and motivating the accounts team
18. Contributing to company financial strategy and decision making process
19. Undertaking financial analysis and reporting
20. Overseeing tax and compliance

Education and Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, finance or related Degree
• Masters Degree is an added advantage
• CPA/ACCA Certified

Requirements

1. Minimum of 3 years experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation, and providing financial advice
2. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles
3. Knowledge of economic principles
4. Knowledge of auditing practices and principles
5. Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations
6. Knowledge and experience of accounting computer applications

Characteristics

1. Attention to detail and accuracy
2. Planning and organizing
3. Strategic thinking
4. Strong communication skills
5. Information and task monitoring
6. Problem identification and analysis
7. Judgment and problem-solving
8. Supervisory skills
9. Teamwork

Reporting To

Operations Director with dotted line to Managing Director