Chief Accountant

Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations Manage month-end and year-end closing processes ensuring timely and precise reporting of financial results Conduct regular audits of financial records to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions as necessary Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity Lead and oversee the full spectrum of Accounting and Finance operations Reporting Ensure timely and accurate month-end quarter-end and year-end financial closing Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements Manage statutory audits tax filings internal and external stakeholders reporting Supervise and develop teams handling Accounts Receivable AR Accounts Payable AP and Fixed Assets Ensure strong internal controls accounting policies and governance frameworks are maintained Monitor working capital cash flow receivables payables and fixed asset management Partner with commercial supply chain and operations teams to drive financial performance and business decision-making Support process improvement initiatives ERP optimization and finance transformation projects Ensure timely submission of accurate and complete group financial related reports within corporate deadlines.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.

Professional certifications such as CA/ACCA/CMA are highly preferred to demonstrate expertise in accounting principles.

Minimum of 7-12 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a senior or managerial role within a corporate environment.

Mandatory experience in a FMCG, Food & Beverage, Dairy, Consumer Goods, or Manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, accounting standards, and internal controls.

Proven experience managing AR, AP, Fixed Assets, and General Ledger functions.

Hands-on approach with excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Hands-on experience with SAP ERP is must and exposure to Oracle FCCS will be considered an added advantage.