Assistant Manager, Accounts (FMCG)

• Assist in the preparation and review of monthly quarterly and annual financial
  

statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable accounting standards.

• Perform variance analysis between actual results and budgets providing explanations for significant differences.
  
• Support management with financial analysis reporting and forecasting activities.
  
• Prepare management reports and schedules for decision-making purposes.
  

2. Accounting Operations & Controls

• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger (GL) and ensure all
  

accounting entries are properly recorded.

• Review and monitor bank reconciliations ledger reconciliations and intercompany balances.
  
• Supervise Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes to ensure timely payments and collections.
  
• Ensure proper documentation and authorization of all accounting transactions.
  
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities within agreed timelines.
  

3. Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure timely preparation and filing of statutory obligations including VAT WHT PAYE and other regulatory filings.
  
• Maintain compliance with company policies accounting standards and applicable tax regulations.
  
• Assist in implementing and monitoring internal controls to safeguard company assets and minimize financial risks.
  
• Coordinate and support internal and external audit exercises by providing required schedules and documentation.
  

4. Budgeting & Cash Flow Management

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
  
• Monitor budget performance and report on variances.
  
• Support cash flow monitoring by tracking operational expenditures and payment schedules.
  
• Assist in ensuring optimal utilization of company financial resources.
  

5. Team Support & Process Improvement

• Supervise and provide guidance to junior accounting staff to ensure accuracy and efficiency in operations.
  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing accounting processes and reporting efficiency.
  
• Assist in automating and streamlining accounting workflows where applicable.
  

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or any related discipline.
  

• Professional certification such as ACA ACCA or equivalent is mandatory or highly preferred.
  

• Minimum of 35 years relevant accounting experience preferably within the Audit and Consulting Space with manufacturing or FMCG audit exposure.
  
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience is an added advantage.
  

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems such as SAP Oracle Microsoft Dynamics or similar platforms.
  
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and financial reporting tools.
  
• Sound knowledge of IFRS tax regulations financial controls and accounting principles.
  
• Good understanding of cost accounting and inventory management processes.
  

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
  
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  
• High level of integrity professionalism and confidentiality.
  
• Team-oriented mindset with leadership potential.
  

Application

Interested and qualified applicants should send CVs to using AMFR-OT-26 as subject