Finance and Accounting Team Lead at Samhays Limited

Job brief

Are you a detail-oriented and strategic finance professional with a passion for process improvement and leadership? We’re seeking a motivated individual to oversee accounting operations across multiple business units and drive continuous enhancements in financial accuracy and efficiency. If you're ready to step into a role that blends hands-on accounting expertise with leadership and innovation this could be the next step in your career.

Responsibilities include managing teams of trainee and junior accountants in , reconciling bank statements and calculating tax payments and returns. 

To be successful in this role, you should have previous hands on experience with Finance and Accounting ,a  flair for spotting numerical mistakes and analyzing records.

Ultimately, you will work with a team to provide key stakeholders with accurate quantitative and qualitative information on financial position, liquidity and cash flows of the business, ensuring  compliance with all tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budget forecasts
• Prepare  financial statements on time
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual closing financial reports
• Reconcile accounts payables and receivables
• Ensure timely bank and payables payments
• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity
• Audit financial transactions and documents
• Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
• Comply with financial policies and regulations
•  Delegate tasks to team members within the accounts department team

Requirements and skills

• A minimum of 4 years work experience as an Accountant.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Candidate must be Computer Literate
• Prior Hands-on experience with accounting Software 
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Track record and capacity for continuous personal and professional development
•  Track record in People Management Skills
• Advanced MS Excel or Google Sheets skills 
• Experience with general ledgers and preparing end of financial year end Accounts
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant  Accounting Professional Qualifications