Financial Controller at AfyA Care

Responsibilities:

 Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).  
• Ensuring compliance with all financial regulations and statutory requirements.  
• Coordination and management of annual audits and liaising with external auditors.

Accounting Operations:

• Oversight of daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Implementation and maintenance of robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure integrity of financial data.
• Supporting cash flow management, forecasting, and budgeting processes to ensure adequate liquidity and financial stability.

Strategic Financial Management:  

• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic planning and decision-making.  
• Development and monitoring of key financial metrics to assess organizational performance.  
• Advise on investment activities and contribute strategic insights for profit optimization. Tax Strategy, Compliance, and Risk Management
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, filing and payment of tax obligations, including CIT, VAT, WHT, and other statutory taxes, in compliance with applicable regulations.
•  Development and implementation of tax-efficient strategies to minimize liabilities while ensuring full statutory compliance.  Identification, assessment, and mitigation of tax-related risks, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements to avoid penalties and disputes.
• Management of relationships with tax authorities and tax consultants, in addition to responding to inquiries, audits, and regulatory changes effectively.

Process Improvement and Systems Optimization:

• Drive continuous assessment and improvement of financial reporting processes, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness.  
• Ensure effective implementation and utilization of accounting software and tools.  
• Ongoing collaboration with the Business Transformation team to implement automation tools to streamline processes and reduce manual workload.
• Ensuring the financial reporting process is scalable and capable of handling business growth, changes in accounting standards, or new regulatory requirements.
• Identification and implementation of best practices in financial reporting to ensure consistency and quality across the Group.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to enhance their skills and performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the Finance Department. 

Experience and Qualification

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required. A master’s degree or MBA is preferred.

Certifications:  

• Professional accounting certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is required.

Experience:  

• A minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a senior accounting or financial management role.
• Experience in the healthcare, insurance, or technology sectors is an added advantage.
• The ideal candidate would have experience as the Financial Controller, or equivalent, of a medium-sized organization, or as the back-up to the Financial Controller of a large corporate.
• Experience with any of the Big 4 is also an added advantage. Skills: •Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and financial regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems.
•  Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in financial reporting and documentation.
• Integrity: Maintains ethical standards and confidentiality in financial matters.  
• Strategic Thinking: Aligns accounting practices with organizational goals.  
• Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing financial environments and regulations.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with internal and external stakeholders.