Assistant Manager, Accounts

Objective

The Assistant Manager in Accounts Team is responsible for supporting the Head of Accounts in overseeing accounting and administrative functions while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely processing of financial transactions. The role also contributes to efficient financial operations, compliance with reporting requirements, and continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify all invoices accurately in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system on a daily basis, ensuring all supporting documents are complete and compliant.
• Monitor and follow up on disputed invoices, ensuring timely investigation, resolution, and closure.
• Ensure prompt payment of accounts payable and perform monthly supplier/creditor reconciliations.
• Prepare and review monthly and year-end financial reports, including accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules, to meet statutory and management reporting deadlines.
• Analyze financial variances against budgets and forecasts, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate closely with relevant departments and business units to resolve accounting issues and drive operational efficiency.
• Supervise and guide the Accounts team, ensuring quality work, timely completion of assigned tasks, and continuous performance improvement.
• Maintain regular communication with the Head of Accounts regarding departmental matters, operational issues, and financial updates.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and implementing accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Support the automation and digitalization of accounting processes and financial reporting to enhance productivity.
• Perform financial analysis and provide accounting support to business units in strategic planning and decision-making.