Job Purpose

• The Job holder will provide assistance in the implementation of Accounting standards, laws, and preparation of Audited Financial Statements. He/She will uphold the integrity of financial data through general ledger reconciliations and other internal controls and measures

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity of Accounting Systems and Financial Data.
• Provide technical assistance on Accounting matters.
• Assist in the preparation of Audited Financial Statements.

Technical and Operational Responsibilities

• Reconcile imported GL files in the reporting system against third party systems on each business day and resolve any variances noted.
• Initiate Journal entries in the systems in accordance with the laid down procedures.
• Undertake month end closure activities as outlined in the month end closure checklist and follow up on closure of other modules before the closure of the general ledger.
• Perform sanity checks of the trial balance.
• Perform monthly general ledger reconciliations within the set deadlines and ensure there are no outstanding items, provide comments on any outstanding items and escalate as may be necessary.
• Review of reconciliations from partner business areas such as Banking and Payments, Financial Markets and Currency Operations Departments.
• Support internal and external audit exercises, action on audit issues raised and ensure they are closed promptly.
• Process reimbursement letters and follow –up on payment in line with the laid down work policies and procedures/SLAs.
• Prepare and monitor the departmental budget, annual procurement plan and variance reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of the Audited Financial Statements by providing audit schedules and any other information.
• Represent Finance Department on project teams/working parties to ensure that new products, new functionality and process improvements are correctly implemented.
• Any other roles and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Other Responsibilities

• Assist the Deputy Manager, Financial Reporting and Manager, Financial Reporting to achieve sectional objectives.
• Keep abreast of changes in financial regulations and legislation i.e. policies and International Financial Reporting Standards and update the section leadership.
• Assist in interdepartmental activities such as tender opening and evaluation.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Management, Economics, Finance or business related discipline from a reputable university.
• Professional qualifications in accounting e.g. CPA, ACCA or equivalent.

Work Experience

• At least three 3 years post qualification experience in a busy Accounting related area.

Competencies
Technical Competencies

• Good understanding of International Financial Reporting standards.
• Good understanding of Financial Reporting requirements.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications i.e., advanced Excel, word and powerpoint.
• Good knowledge and experience with accounting systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Behavioral / General Competencies

• High level interpersonal skills, including ability to build alliances and collaborate across multiple cultures.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Attention to details.
• Customer Focus- Ability to demonstrate concern for the expectations of customers and prioritize them as well as convey realistic expectations.
• Emotional Intelligence.
• Team player.
• Be of high ethical standard and integrity.