Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, investment proposals, and strategic projects.
• Conduct market research, demographic analysis, income analysis, and feasibility studies to assess the financial viability of new projects.
• Prepare financial analyses, investment papers, business cases, and management presentations to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, identify business trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Review financial statements, management accounts, and cash flow projections to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Collaborate with Finance Managers and cross-functional teams to gather financial information, validate project assumptions, and ensure data integrity.
• Prepare professional reports and presentation materials for senior management and stakeholders using Microsoft Office and AI-assisted tools.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and investment evaluation activities.
• Perform financial due diligence, risk assessments, and return-on-investment (ROI) analyses for strategic initiatives.
• Undertake ad hoc financial and business analysis projects as assigned by management.

Qualification Requirement

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent is preferred

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Audit, Corporate Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, or Investment Analysis.
• Experience in financial modelling, feasibility studies, budgeting, forecasting, and business case preparation.
• Proven experience in financial statement analysis, management reporting, and analytical review.
• Exposure to multiple industries is an added advantage.

Technical Competencies

• Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookup Functions, Financial Modelling)
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Financial Modelling & Business Valuation
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Investment & Feasibility Analysis
• ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, SQL, AutoCount, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) for research and presentation development

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent financial analysis and problem-solving abilities
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Leadership potential with experience coordinating teams and mentoring junior staff