Purpose of the Job:

Supports financial reporting and decision-making information by collecting, analyzing, investigating, and reporting financial data.

Responsible for the integrity of the accounting system/GL and the implementation of the internal controls.

Reports to:

Finance Manager

Interfaces with:

• Accountants in the department
• Department heads
• External and internal auditors
• URA, NSSF

Duties:

• Oversee the recording of financial transactionsto ensure that they are correctly posted in accordance with proper accounting standards and principles
• Develop and implement standards for effective record keeping and data management
• Prepares monthly financial statements in a timely manner by collecting data; analysing and investigating variances; summarizing data, information, and trends
• Implements strategies effective for improving the internal controls and operational efficiency of the company.
• Complies with regulatory tax filing requirements by studying regulations; adhering to requirements; advising management on required actions;
• Calculating estimated tax payments; assembling data for quarterly and annual tax filings.
• Responds to financial inquiries by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data.
• Provides financial advice by studying operational issues; applying financial principles and practices; developing recommendations.
• Prepares special reports by studying variances; preparing budgets; developing forecasts.
• Support internal and external auditors during their reviews and prepare requested schedules as necessary.
• Updates job knowledge by keeping current with tax regulations and accepted accounting practices
• Accomplishes finance and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Special Skills

• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Strong time management skills and deadline oriented
• Strong personal computer background.
• Ability to research and interpret accounting standards and tax regulations
• Ability to work under broad directions
• Ability to motivate and lead a team of professionals.

Must be a Certified ACCA Accountant.