Manager - Finance & Accounts

What you become a part of:

The successful candidate will lead the group consolidation process including coordination with subsidiaries, ensuring completeness in eliminations, inter-company accounting / reconciliations, accounting of complex transactions per IAS / IFRS.

The role involves accurate & timely reporting of financial statements, including accounting & support for mergers, acquisitions, and other business combinations. The incumbent will coordinate, manage, and support quarterly consolidation, lead consolidation audits, prepare board reports & support strategic projects.

What to expect:

1.

• Perform consolidated financial closings and provide guidance on special transactions and multi-currency consolidations.
• Take ownership of the Groups consolidation and accounting processes.

2.

• Prepare full sets of consolidated & standalone financial statements in compliance with all relevant reporting and accounting standards.
• Advise sub-consolidation teams on applicable international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and help in preparing IFRS /IAS related adjustment entries or necessary workings.
• Lead Group consolidation audits.

3.

• Participate in the development and implementation of software applications/processes supporting both business and accounting functions.
• Enhance reporting efficiency by implementing consolidation automation tools and automating consolidation process.

4.

• Support business decisions by evaluating accounting impacts of new business events, projects, joint ventures, acquisitions, or business combinations.
• Collaborate closely with regional teams to respond to queries from external, internal, and state auditors, providing requested information, explanations, supporting evidence, and managing interpretations to ensure timely audit closures.
• Provide support on strategic projects relating to mergers, acquisitions, joint arrangements.

Essential qualifications & experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accountancy, professional Accounting Qualification (ACCA, CA) is highly preferred.
• 4 7 years of relevant post-qualification experience in financial accounting and consolidation.
• Prior experience in a similar role within pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, or adjacent industries is mandatory.
• Exposure to foreign currency consolidation is mandatory.

Desired skills & attributes:

• Experience implementing consolidation automation tools such as 'Emerge' or similar platforms is highly preferable.
• Knowledge & experience in MS Navision/ Business Central or equivalent ERP systems is an advantage.
• String knowledge and experience in applying IFRS standards.
• Deep understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent consulting and communication skills, with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.
• High attention to detail, time management, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while managing deliverables.
• Experience working in cross-cultural and diverse teams.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a fast-growing, mission-led organization transforming healthcare access in Africa.
• Work alongside passionate teams with deep expertise and commitment.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, international environment with significant growth potential.

Application:

If this role is of interest to you, please upload a recent copy of your CV and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will be in touch. We believe that equal opportunities mean inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all.