Job Purpose: To direct a team of accountancy staff in providing full accounting services for the entire company.
Primary Responsibilities:
Direct and control accountancy staff to ensure that they are appropriately trained and motivated and carry out their responsibilities to the required standards.Assist in the development of financial aspects of business plans to enable the company to meet its corporate objectives.Provide full accounting services, including the preparation of estimates, annual operating and capital budgets and final accounts for an operating centre.Provide advice and guidance to managers and staff on the interpretation and implementation of financial regulations and accountancy codes of practice.Develop and maintain all other necessary controls and processes to ensure that legal and financial requirements and regulations are complied with.Oversee the preparation of statistical returns and financial analysis on a range of topics for internal and external use.Consolidate and interpret financial data from various profit and cost centers to ensure that accurate and timely business information is presented to managers to assist them in decision making.Produce an operating profit and loss account and balance sheet to reflect accurate and timely financial information which meets regulatory and business requirements.Monitor expenditure against budgets and advise managers of any significant variances.Prepare year-end accounting and taxation reports to ensure that the company complies with legal and business requirements.Prepare the annual budget for the company and ensure that individual profit and cost centers have all necessary information for effective budget management.Give any necessary advice on management accountancy issues to ensure that managers and staff understand financial and budgetary requirements.Act in close coordination with HODs and other nominated persons in taking strategic decisions by providing accurate accounting and finance information.3-4 years’ experience at a comparative role. Prior experience in a Manufacturing setup is highly desirableAt least ten years’ progressive experience in Accounting.Bachelor’s degree in commerce or a business related field. Postgraduate degree would be an advantageFull professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA)Membership to a relevant professional body (ICPAK, ACCA) is mandatoryDemonstrated success in supervising/ mentoring and training of finance teams.Advanced analytical skillsAbility to think/ plan on a strategic level coupled with advanced presentation skills.Advanced communication and interpersonal skills.Excellent command of both written and spoken EnglishGood influencers with the ability to inspire others.How to Apply:Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by scrolling down and clicking on: Chief Accountant
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