Report to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)Job DescriptionThe Financial Controller will be responsible for all the accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or International Financial Reporting Standards.Main duties and responsibilitiesFinancial Controls
Take responsibility for ensuring the accuracy of the accounting and control information held in and reported from the organization’s accounting system
Support the CFO in developing and delivering the organization’s financial and business strategy
Review financial, control and management information systems and procedures, implementing improvements across the organization in consultation with the CFO
Update, review and document the organization’s financial policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Ensure accuracy of financial and related information held outside the finance systems, such as HR, budgeting systems, etc
Improve the systems surrounding all aspects of the organization’s budgets, forecast and business planning
Produce the monthly management accounts and other reports as required for senior management and the Board
Prepare and analyze Cash flow statements; income and expenditure accounts and balance sheet accounts
Assist in the production of the draft year end accounts, supporting schedules and liaison with the auditors
Ensure all company assets are accurately accounted for and monitored
Plan projects exploring potential problems or opportunities, ensuring that resources and staff are available to execute the project. Carry out any necessary research, analyze it and conclude on that information
Support and advise staff on contractual and other ongoing arrangements with suppliers
Finance Administration
Ensure the monthly reconciliation of all ledgers and sub-ledgers
Ensure daily on-line reconciliation of bank accounts across the various Banks
Analyze weekly business performance/results on an outlet by outlet basis, providing feedback to Senior Management
Review branch stock position comparing POS figures with financials, advice management on optimum stock levels at branch and warehouse
Track and monitor daily revenue for accuracy, verifying it against POS reports and Bank takings
Suggest and where approved, implement cost management strategies
Ensure monthly accruals are adjusted to meet demands of the business
On a monthly basis, monitor and track debtors and creditors to ensure they are consistent with contract conditions
In conjunction with Directors, source and identify finance providers at competitive rates
In conjunction with IT Systems Administrator, coordinate and implement upgrades to finance systems, providing necessary information/training to direct reports
Management Responsibilities
Provide management direction and development support to the finance team
Take responsibility for the performance management of the finance team
Provide advice, support and training on financial issues to the organization’s staff
General Responsibilities
Work in harmony in accordance with the organization’s vision, mission and values
Promote and ensure compliance with the organization’s policies, including Health & Safety,
Work in a collaborative and entrepreneurial manner to support and drive income generation
Manage and undertake training/professional development as necessary
Promote the use of technology
Work as part of team, supporting colleagues and communicating effectively with all
Encourage and support innovation throughout the organization
Work in the most resource efficient and effective manner
Act as an ambassador for the organization
Qualifications and Key Skills
5+ years of experience, including minimum of one year of supervisory responsibility. Controller or equivalent experience highly desirable. Corporate accounting experience, including overheads and payroll.
Overall combined accounting and finance experience
ACCA or ICAN Certification is an advantage
University degree or tertiary education
Effective communication and team work skills
Exposure: Finance, Investigations, Retail, Law enforcement
Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
Experience with creating financial statements
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
Excellent accounting software user and administration skills
Strong organizational and Committee skills.
Ability to see the big picture while focusing on the process and procedures necessary to produce deliverables.
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
Ability to meet and establish deadlines.
Flexibility and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Intermediate to advanced applications software expertise (Excel and accounting software).
Experience in forecasting and budgeting.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player.
Competence RequirementsCore Skills
Performance Management
Payroll Administration
Finance Administration
General Administration
People Management
Leadership
Proficiency – Words for windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project and Electronic mail
Report Writing
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