Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and maintenance of periodic financial reports and records.
• Prepare for and review annual audit work papers and ensure adjustments journals are passed to agree company’s books and records with the audited financial statements
• Monthly review of bank reconciliations, loan schedules, etc.
• Manage all intercompany transactions and ensure reconciliation
• Develop and monitor all financial systems with a view to improve and streamline procedures.
• Ensure that policies and procedures set by Group are implemented and internal controls are operating effectively.
• Ensure that all accounting systems, procedures are in line with the International Accounting Standards and IFRS
• Maintain quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting;
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls;
• Continuously update, review and document the Company’s financial policies and procedures
• Lead staff development and succession planning for financial control team members
• Implements effective accounting procedures and internal controls which conform to corporate standards and best practices.
• Establish a high level of credibility and manage strong working relationships with external parties
• Maintain efficient and effective fixed assets system covering the day-to-day recording and control over the company’s fixed assets.
• Scrutinize payment vouchers before payment is effected with a view to controlling expenses.
• Ensure Audit report recommendations are followed up and implemented according to company’s procedures.

Tax Functions:

• Ensuring timely rendition of statutory returns to government agencies
• Ensure and supervises the documentation of Asset & Liabilities Committee Meeting ( ALCO)
• Minimizes legally required taxes by studying regulations, presenting strategies to the management
• Responsible to legally minimizes tax liabilities through informed application of tax laws and regulations
• Establish appropriate system or processes for tax risk management for the Group
• Recommends tax strategies by researching federal, state, and local taxation issues
• Other internal and external audit and tax-related functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related fields.
• 5 years’ experience in the field at minimum, preferably in the Financial Services industry
• Internationally recognized accounting professional qualifications (ACA CPA, ACCA, CMA,)
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Well-developed analytical, accounting skills and IFRS Knowledge
• Proven record of leading and developing subordinates
• Strong ability to prioritize, multi-task and delegate