Manage month-end closing and reporting process - To provide timely, complete, and accurate information!
Responsible for Implementation and Monitoring of accounting policies across the business
Consolidate financial statements at segment level for various businesses within the country.
Analysing the trends of key performance indicators (KPIs), especially relating to financial metrics such as sales, expenses, and profit margin.
Monitoring KPIs and identifying the cause of any unexpected variances.
Developing and continually improving budgeting, financial projections, and operating forecasts.
Forecasting, budgeting, and planning for future operations of the company.
Translating strategic plans into actionable strategies and plans management can use to achieve organizational goals.
Analysing standard yield Vs. Actual yield through the BOM and production module processes in SAP.
Budgeting / Forecasting
Liaise with the Financial matrix, Operation Head, and Business Head
Assist in the preparation and analysis of annual budgets and business plans
Assist in preparing monthly reports like MIS, BRM, and reports for shareholder and board meetings.
Preparation of Budget and financial model.
Analysis of budget vs. actual for various operational costs and fixed overheads
Preparing a rolling budget on an MOM basis
Internal & Statutory Audits
Assistance in handling the Local Audit Program
Oversee information and processes
Support quarterly and annual group reporting MIS and audits, as may be applicable
Resource Management :
Ensuring motivation and engagement with the local finance & accounts team.
Coordinate and provide leadership to Origin and offshore teams.
Special Projects & Treasury
To assist Top Management on projects such as M&A, Process optimization, digitalization, cost efficiency & optimization, capital allocation, and fundraising through project finance / working capital finance.
Compliance To ensure compliance with OHADA regulations and OECD regulations for transfer pricing.
To lead the management in Board and shareholder meetings.
To ensure all tax compliances.
Required Background :
Chartered accountant / ACCA / CPA equivalent qualification with a Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification professional experience. Individual with relevant experience is preferred.
Appropriate knowledge and understanding of Global financial reporting systems.
Hands-On ERP Systems Experience SAP, ORACLE, SAGE etc
Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and executive presence.
Good working experience with external auditors, internal controls, and compliance-related issues.
Candidate should be bilingual- English and French both are mandatory.