Key Responsibilities:
To lead the finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, statutory compliance and sound financial management across the organisation.
Financial Reporting & Accounting
- Oversee the full set of accounts, including timely month-end and year-end closing, and submission of monthly and annual management accounts with complete audit schedules.
- Prepare group consolidation accounts.
- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and integrity of all financial data, with proper documentation and organized filing systems.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow
- Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial models; analyze and report variances to support management decision-making.
- Oversee cash flow management, including timely payments, cash flow monitoring, and bank reconciliations.
Compliance & Taxation
- Ensure full compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements, including computation and timely submission of tax returns, auditors' reports, annual returns, and other corporate filings.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, bankers, and regulatory authorities, ensuring all queries are resolved promptly.
Financial Analysis & Strategic Support
- Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to support business decision-making.
- Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management and the Board.
Internal Controls & Systems
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and computerized accounting systems.
Leadership
- Lead, coach, and develop the finance team.
- Undertake ad-hoc assignments as required by senior management