Accounting Manager

Duties and responsibilities related to the Accounting Manager role:

• Oversee the full cycle of accounting operations
  , including Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), General Ledger (GL), and payroll.
• Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement) in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled on a monthly basis and resolve any discrepancies.
• Analyze financial data and provide insightful reports and variance analysis to senior management to support strategic decision-making.
• Act as the primary point of contact for both internal and external auditors
  , managing the entire audit process and providing all necessary documentation.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
• Stay updated on changes in local regulations, accounting standards, and best practices to ensure the company remains compliant.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with department heads.
• Monitor company expenditures and analyze performance against the budget, reporting on significant variances.
• Manage the company’s cash flow and liquidity, preparing regular cash flow forecasts to ensure operational needs are met.
• Oversee credit control and collections to optimize the accounts receivable aging and improve cash flow.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, setting clear goals and conducting regular performance reviews.
• Manage the daily workload and responsibilities of the department to ensure efficient and effective operations.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and system upgrades (e.g., ERP systems).
• Facilitate training and professional development for accounting staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.

• Ideally with a university degree or diploma in Finance or Hospitality/Tourism management
• CA certification would be an advantage
• Minimum 2 years work experience as Assistant Director of Finance or Finance Manager
• Good problem solving, administrative and interpersonal skills are a must