Reference Number: JOK
 
Job Description: 
The Chief Accountant will be accountable for timely processing of all day to day and transactions for entities, as well as the month end closing, Tax declaration/payment and communication with External Auditors. The CA will also manage the Accountants (Senior &/or Juniors).
This role will report to the Finance Department in the Head office.
 
Responsibilities: 
 

• Handle full spectrum of financial and cost accounting role eg. AR, AP, GL, forecasting, budgeting etc;
• Responsible for day to day finance and accounts operations.;
• Perform full set of accounts and ensure timely closing of accounts;
• Perform project cost forecasts/budgets, cost tracking, monitoring and controls;
• Responsible for timely monthly consolidated statements, payments, cash-flow management reporting;
• Review & approve payment vouchers & journal entries;
• Perform cash flow forecasting, budgeting and working closely with the operations and project teams in analyzing margins, variances and cost analysis;
• Develop and maintain internal control and effective accounting system and policies for the set up;
• Establish and maintain systems for cost-sensitivity analysis and early-warning of cost-overruns;
• Work consultatively with the respective departments on cost reduction initiatives;
• Produce error-free accounting reports;
• Timely escalation of risks and problems about important financial matters;
• Accurate and timely closing of accounts.

 
 
Requirements:

• BS degree in Accounting, Finance;
• Relevant certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) will be preferred;
• Minimum 7-8 years professional experience as an accountant is a must;
• IFRS knowledge;
• Working knowledge of Oracle, Sage, ERP, etc;
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures;
• Ability to produce and present financial information to be used at all levels of the organisation;
• Have a methodical, process orientated approach with rigorous attention to detail;
• Relevant experience in audit and costing is advantageous;
• Excellent written and spoken English;
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables;
• Attention to detail;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Highly analytical with good problem-solving skills;
• Ability to multi-task;

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Jody Kannemeyer
Recruitment Consultant
The CA Global Group
 
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