Financial Controller at Adexen

Industry: FMCG
Job Seniority: Manager
Job Category: Accounting and Finance
Employment Type: Full time

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efforts and results of the financial department.
• Undertake all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures.
• Manage the Company’s finance function and ensure that appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented and maintained.
• Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
• Provide support in budget formulation process by providing cost input and other pertinent data including any commitments and, on a day-to-day basis.
• Provide advice to Executive Management and other staff on relevant budgetary issues.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of finance and accounting policies, processes and procedures in line with best practices while ensuring adequate in-built controls.
• Ensure the Company’s accounting policies complies with relevant applicable Accounting standards and applicable local laws.
• Prepare the bank reconciliation monthly and submit reconciliations for final review to management.
• Liaise with local tax advisers to support the effective management of the Company’s tax affairs and the local tax liabilities.
• Create systems to prevent errors in data collection and calculations.
• Create monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts

Desired Skills and Experience

• A first Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• MBA degree holder, highly preferred.
• Minimum of six (6) years financial accounting and reporting experience with at least two (2) years in a managerial position.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ICAN, ACCA, ACA or CPA).
• Previous experience in a reputable accounting or audit firm is highly desired.
• Financial Monitoring & Data Analysis.
• Financial Risk Management & Compliance.
• Management Accounting and Financial management.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Budget Monitoring
• Cost management

Skills:

• Compliance, Budgets, Cost Reporting, Cost Planning, Cost Management, Finance Business Partnering, Risk Assessment, Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Financial Reporting