Assistant Manager - Finance & Accounts

Job Purpose:

Role & responsibilities:

Internal Financial Controls (IFC):

• Develop, implement, and monitor internal financial controls to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Conduct regular assessments and tests of the internal control system to ensure effectiveness and identify areas of improvement.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to review and update the IFC framework in response to changes in regulations or business operations.

Governance:

• Support the governance framework by ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures, applicable laws, and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure governance practices are aligned with best practices in corporate and financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of governance-related reports for board meetings, senior management, and regulatory authorities.

Audit (Internal and External):

• Coordinate and manage the internal and external audit process, ensuring timely and accurate submissions of financial statements and supporting documents.
• Work closely with external auditors to provide necessary documentation, explanations, and responses to audit inquiries.
• Identify any audit findings, work to resolve discrepancies, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Assist in preparing audit schedules, ensuring all balance sheet and P&L accounts are reconciled and audit-ready.

Balance Sheet Reconciliation:

• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring that all balances are accurate and well-supported.
• Review reconciliation reports for completeness and ensure timely closure of open items.
• Analyze variances and prepare detailed reconciliation reports for management review.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and accountability in all financial reconciliation activities.

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Account Payable Review and verify the accuracy of invoices and purchase orders. Booking and Payment along with outstanding monitoring.
• Account Receivable - Responsible for processing invoices, collecting outstanding payments, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping.
• Ensure all financial statements and reports comply with the relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, as required.
• Support in managing risk and ensuring the financial data integrity of the company.

Process Improvement:

• Identify inefficiencies and weaknesses in the financial processes and recommend improvements to streamline workflows.
• Implement best practices in accounting and reconciliation processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement in internal controls, governance processes, and audit readiness.

Preferred candidate profile:

• Strong understanding of financial reporting, auditing, and reconciliation processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information effectively to non-finance stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, Microsoft Excel).
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.