Roles & Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and company policies.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Provide analysis of financial performance and recommend corrective actions when needed.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Develop and maintain annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against the budget, providing variance analysis.
• Assist in long-term financial planning and capital management.

Accounts Management:

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies between ledgers.
• Ensure timely collection of outstanding payments and manage credit control.

Taxation and Compliance:

• Ensure timely filing of tax returns, including sales tax, VAT and corporate tax.
• Keep up-to-date with relevant tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and financial reviews.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff.
• Provide training and guidance to the team on accounting procedures and best practices.
• Manage team performance, including setting goals and conducting evaluations.

Cash Flow Management:

• Monitor and manage the company’s cash flow to ensure liquidity.
• Oversee bank transactions and cash reconciliations.

Internal Controls:

• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Identify areas for improvement in financial processes and implement solutions.

Required:

• Experience required in overseeing budgets for client accounts, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within financial constraints.
• Expertise in financial software (e.g., Odoo, Zoho , QuickBooks, Tally) and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Thorough understanding of import/export regulations and taxation policies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA/CFA preferred).