Account Manager

Overview

The Accounts Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the branch, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective cash flow management, regulatory compliance, and the implementation of robust financial controls. The role supports business objectives by maintaining financial integrity, optimizing working capital, and ensuring compliance with statutory and organizational policies.

• Manage all statutory tax obligations, including VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), Zakat, and other government levies.
• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and regulatory compliance.
• Liaise with tax authorities, external auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and implement necessary compliance measures.

• Manage branch cash flow, receivables, and operating expenses.
• Prepare periodic cash flow forecasts in coordination with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams.
• Maintain effective banking relationships and coordinate all banking activities.
• Ensure adequate liquidity to support business operations.

• Monitor customer credit exposure and implement measures to mitigate credit risk.
• Improve cash collections and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
• Minimize overdue receivables and bad debt exposure.
• Enhance receivable processes through automation and process improvements.

• Ensure timely processing of vendor payments in accordance with agreed payment terms.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships through effective payment planning.
• Perform periodic reconciliations of supplier accounts and intercompany balances.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial controls.

• Ensure timely and accurate month‑end and year‑end closing activities.
• Manage accruals, prepayments, depreciation, bank reconciliations, interest accounting, and other journal entries.
• Maintain integrity of the Trial Balance and General Ledger.
• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure financial statements comply with applicable accounting standards and accurately reflect the financial position of the business.

• Identify financial control weaknesses and implement corrective measures.
• Strengthen internal controls to prevent fraud, revenue leakage, and financial misstatements.
• Drive automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency.