Job Description
Reporting to the regional Controller and FP&A Manager you will be responsible for financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP for corporate reporting and IFRS for local statutory reporting, overall management of annual statutory audit, ensuring a secure and robust internal control environment in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley regulations, forecasts of entity cash flows.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Reporting;
Supervise the monthly close process ensuring timely and accurate submission of data and accounts in accordance with US GAAP and Corporate Accounting Policies Ensure compliance to financial reporting standards by reviewing the financial reporting treatment of events and monthly review of balance sheet reconciliation.
Follow up on timely clearance of required adjustments and dated items;
Perform any supplemental period-end procedures and group reporting requirements Perform review of customer contracts and adherence to revenue recognition guidelines and ensuring compliance with the directory of signatories;
Preparation of quarterly management accounts including balance sheet, P&L and cash flow, reporting on key performance indicators and trends;
Manage and ensure timely completion of annual financial accounts audit including preparation of accounts and schedules and tending to queries raised by auditors;
Internal Controls;
Complete and maintain internal control processes allocated to controllers
Monitor and assess the annual completion of internal controls assessments (FCM documentation) by process owners.
Determine priority process flows for review/improvement of efficiency and controls; schedule and lead process reviews (walkthrough meeting and binders).
Ensure key controls are being executed in compliance with SOX frameworks.
Forecasts & Budgeting
Preparation of weekly cash flow forecasts supported by periodic balance sheet and P&L forecasts
QUALIFICATIONS:
Holds an ACA, CPA or equivalent qualification;
Minimum of three years post qualification experience, preferably within a Big 4 audit firm or a multinational environment;
Ability to collaborate in a team but also work autonomously and independently;
Possesses a natural sense of urgency;
Methodical in assessing risk and recommending solutions;
Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
Knowledge of SAP is an added advantage ;
