ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Management of the day to day operations of the accounting departments (Purchasing, Account Payable and Accounts Receivable). Maintains and updates (with the assistance of AP, Purchasing and AR Heads) the standard operating procedures, ensuring the updated documentation on policies, process and procedures is shared with the appropriate team members. Assesses any training needs of the accounting teams and is active in providing on-the-job training or arranging more formalised training, if required. Reviews daily performance of the accounting teams. Ensures the fixed asset register is maintained and reconciled. Responsible for the processing of month and year end accounting entries. Responsible for reviewing key control reconciliations conducted by the Accounts Receivable, Purchasing and Accounts Payable teams. Monitor and analyse the timeliness and accuracy of accounting transaction, as the support for financial reporting. Oversees the preparation and posting of monthly and annual journal entities (after approval). Provides regular financial reports, based on the needs of management. Assigns responsibilities and tasks the accounting teams and monitors their performance. Involved in the objective setting and performance reviews of the accounting team. Coordinates with the auditors (internal external) to identify areas for improvement and active in the implementation of positive changes.

Qualifications/Requirements: A minimum of 5 year(s) of working experience is required. Candidates must be a Bachelor's / College Degree holder in Business Studies/Administration/Management; Finance/Accountancy/Banking; Mass Communications or similar fields.