Account Officer at AMO Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited

Job Purpose

• To provide financial oversight, cost control, and analytical support across all companies .
• The Accounts Officer will be responsible for monitoring expenditures, conducting budget and variance analysis, reviewing ERP postings, evaluating cost efficiency, and strengthening financial control processes to support sound financial management and profitability.

Key Responsibilities
Cost Control & Savings Initiatives:

• Identify areas for cost optimisation and efficiency improvements across all companies.
• Develop and monitor cost-saving initiatives.
• Prepare periodic reports on implemented cost-saving measures and their financial impact.

Expenditure Monitoring & Reporting:

• Monitor company-wide expenditures to ensure financial discipline.
• Identify unusually high or irregular expenses and report findings weekly.
• Provide management with structured weekly expenditure reports highlighting trends and potential risks.

Budget Monitoring & Variance Analysis:

• Conduct weekly comparison of actual expenditures against approved budgets.
• Prepare and submit detailed weekly variance analysis reports.
• Provide explanations for material variances and recommend corrective actions where required.

Production Cost Analysis:

• Calculate expenditure per unit of production.
• Analyse cost trends and report on production efficiency and cost performance.

ERP & Ledger Review:

• Review financial ledgers within the ERP system to detect incorrect postings or discrepancies.
• Ensure timely correction of identified errors in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

Process Review & Internal Controls:

• Study existing systems and procedures relating to expenditure approvals and payment processes.
• Identify control gaps and inefficiencies.
• Recommend and support the implementation of improved systems and financial control measures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• ICAN certification (mandatory).
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or multi-entity environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.

Core Competencies:

• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Sound understanding of financial controls
• Ability to interpret financial data and provide practical recommendations
• Strong reporting and communication skills.