Accountant

Job title: Accountant. Reporting line: Financial Controller, with a dotted-line reporting to the Board of Directors. Main Responsibilities: 1) Financial Management · Direct and oversee the implementation and adherence to the organization’s financial policies and procedures. · Participate in the age analysis of Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payables to ensure timely and accurate collection of billings or settlements of dues. · Monitor maintenance agreements/SLA signed with clients to ensure timely invoicing. Track the status of ongoing projects with the Head of Projects to ensure accurate billing and collections. 2) Financial Reporting · Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts and annual consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS. · Prepare timely and accurate reconciliations and schedules, including the statement of compliance and Corporate Governance report for the audit review process. · Review both physical and electronic filing systems in line with applicable policies and fiscal regulations to ensure compliance with planned tax audits, surprise checks, and ISO-certified annual audits. 3) Budgeting and Forecasting · Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with Head of Departments to establish realistic financial targets. · Lead the semi-annual forecasting exercise by providing budget versus actual results to Head of Departments and supporting their business planning assumptions for budget committee approval. · Collaborate with the budget team for regular budget-versus-actual review sessions and upload budgeted figures into the accounting software. 4) Cash Flow Management · Manage cash flow effectively, optimizing working capital, improving cash conversion cycles and ensuring the organisation’s liquidity needs are met. · Leverage optimal strategies to ensure excess liquidity into short-term investments while reducing financial risks. 5) Compliance and Regulatory Adherence · Coordinate with external/internal auditors to ensure a smooth and efficient tax and statutory audit process. · Review statutory compliance workings and ensure the filing of statutory returns within the MRA Tax calendar · Stay abreast of changes in financial regulations and ensure the organisation’s compliance. 6) Team Leadership · Lead the finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to team members. · Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development with the support of the performance management system in place. Qualifications & Experience · Completed Level 2 and ongoing Level 3 of ACCA, ACA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification. · Minimum ten (10) years of relevant experience in Accounting or Finance, preferably within a corporate environment. · Previous experience in auditing is desirable. · At least two (2) years of experience in a team leadership or supervisory role is desirable. · Strong understanding of ERP systems and multi-interfacing environments. · Experience in credit control, accounts receivable and collections would be an advantage. Key Competencies · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. · Ability to communicate effectively with senior management and Board members. · Strong organizational and time-management skills.