Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, payment execution, and vendor reconciliations.
• Prepare and post accounting journal entries, including IFRS 17 topside journal entries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Support Trial Balance (TB) finalization, month-end and year-end close activities.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and notes to accounts in line with regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and submit regulatory returns and other statutory financial reports.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors, addressing audit queries and providing required documentation.
• Analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory guidelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional qualifications (CA/CPA/ACCA) will be an added advantage.
• Experience in Finance & Accounts, preferably with exposure to Accounts Payable and financial reporting.
• Understanding of IFRS 17, financial close processes, and regulatory reporting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with ERP systems is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Competencies

• Strong accounting and financial reporting knowledge.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial data and resolve issues proactively.