Manager - Accounts

Manage accounting operations and financial reporting activities to ensure accurate financial records, compliance with accounting standards, and effective financial controls across the organization.

Oversee the preparation, reconciliation, and review of financial transactions, statements, and reports while supporting business decision-making through timely and reliable financial information.

Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, governance, and compliance to support organizational objectives and financial integrity.

Section III:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES /

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial transaction processing.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities and ensure adherence to reporting timelines.
• Review and approve financial reconciliations, supporting schedules, and accounting records.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and accounting analyses in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and internal control frameworks.
• Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and other accounting functions to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues, support budgeting activities, and provide financial guidance.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, regulatory authorities, and other external stakeholders on accounting matters.
• Support internal and external audit activities by ensuring the availability and accuracy of financial documentation.
• Identify process improvement opportunities, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to improve accounting operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Section IV: KEY INTERACTIONS Key Internal Interactions

• Finance Leadership
• Accounts Payable Team
• Accounts Receivable Team
• Treasury Team
• Procurement Team
• Human Resources
• Internal Audit
• Business Unit Leaders

Key External Interactions

• External Auditors
• Regulatory Authorities
• Banks and Financial Institutions
• Vendors and Suppliers
• Tax Advisors
• Consultants

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Professional Certifications

• CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA, SOCPA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification preferred.

Skills

• Financial accounting
• General ledger management
• Financial reporting
• IFRS knowledge
• Account reconciliation
• Internal controls and compliance
• ERP and financial systems
• Financial analysis
• Leadership and team management
• Communication and stakeholder management

Experience Years of Experience

• 7–10 years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, finance operations, or related disciplines.

Nature of Experience

• Managing accounting operations and financial reporting activities.
• Leading month-end and year-end close processes.
• Working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Supporting audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Managing accounting teams within corporate, infrastructure, real estate, construction, or diversified business environments.