Assistant Manager – (Accounts & Finance)

Job Purpose:

This role is responsible for providing financial analysis, preparing financial statements and reports, and ensuring compliance with internal and external accounting regulations; active involvement in budgeting, forecasting and statutory reporting.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and maintain effective internal accounting processes and procedures – to adhere to internal as well as statutory requirements.
• Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with accounting standards – to support management information systems and decision making.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports – to support management information systems and decision making.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and discrepancies – decision making and controls.
• Lead and coach a team of accounting professionals – to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure timely collections of receivables – unhindered functioning of the company.
• Establish and monitor internal controls – to adhere to right practices.
• Oversee accounts receivable/payable processes and payments – to ensure financial health of the company is maintained.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes – to support mid & long-term planning.
• Analyze financial performance and advise senior management on potential areas of improvement – to support management information systems and decision making.

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance. Professional certification such as ACCA, CIMA, CMA, CA etc.
• 5 years’ experience, of which at least 2 years in Assistant Manager capacity. Hands-on experience in preparing financial reports and Analysis. Knowledge of Oracle preferred. Candidates with logistics background preferred.
• Proficient in MS-office; accounting standards; power point presentations and reporting models.