Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit accurate financial reports within agreed timelines (monthly, quarterly, annual).
• Perform month-end closing activities, including account reconciliation, revenue, and expense accounting.
• Monitor and report on accounting inconsistencies, recommending corrective actions.
• Consolidate subsidiary financial statements and ensure alignment with group standards.
• Manage and reconcile the fixed asset register and general ledger accounts.
• Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other relevant regulations.
• Coordinate internal audit activities and provide all necessary documentation for statutory audits.
• Ensure prompt billing and revenue recognition for projects and support contracts.
• Reconcile work-in-progress, cost of sales, inventory GLs, and ensure zero error tolerance.
• Approve WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) and manage budget releases.
• Monitor recurring costs, accruals, and ensure accurate reporting.
• Reconcile project-related sub-ledger reports to the balance sheet (work-in-progress, accruals, deferred revenue).
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Liaise with the Projects Department to ensure proper stock and equipment management.

Requirements:

• Education bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
• Professional Certification: ICAN or ACCA (required).
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive work experience in accounting, preferably within a technology, consulting, or multinational environment.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and SAP (or other ERP/accounting software).
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, reconciliation, and IFRS standards.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical ability to identify trends and anomalies in data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Completion of month-end processes within 5 working days.
• 100% accuracy of master data.
• 99% compliance with system controls and fixed asset register accuracy.
• Zero tolerance for error in WIP and cost of sales reconciliation.
• Timely booking of project milestone revenues.
• Resolution of audit findings within 3 working days of notification.