Head of Accounts

The Head of Accounts holds a pivotal leadership role steering the financial accounting aspects of the company. This dynamic position involves not only overseeing the accounting team but also ensuring meticulous financial reporting compliance with accounting standards and furnishing insights crucial for informed financial decisionmaking. The role demands an exceptional level of expertise in financial management mastery of accounting principles and adept team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Oversight:
  

  • Lead and manage the accounting department encompassing all facets of financial accounting from accounts payable and receivable to payroll and general ledger.
    

• Financial Reporting:
  

  • Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial reports in strict accordance with accounting standards.
    

• Internal Controls and Compliance:
  

  • Develop and uphold robust internal controls and procedures to safeguard the integrity of financial reporting.
    
  • Coordinate and prepare for external audits guaranteeing unwavering compliance with accounting standards and regulatory mandates.
    

• Financial Analysis and Decision Support:
  

  • Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations empowering management to make wellinformed business decisions.
    

• Tax Management:
  

  • Oversee tax planning and compliance collaborating closely with tax advisors and auditors.
    

• Cash Flow Management and Budgeting:
  

  • Manage cash flow forecasting and play a pivotal role in overseeing budget preparation and analysis.
    

• Systems Implementation:
  

  • Implement and maintain cuttingedge accounting systems and software enhancing efficiency and precision.
    

• Team Leadership and Development:
  

  • Provide leadership and direction to the accounting team including training performance evaluation and fostering career development.
    

• CrossDepartmental Collaboration:
  

  • Collaborate seamlessly with other departments contributing to the overarching financial management strategy of the company.
    

Personal Attributes:

• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
  
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
  
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills capable of conveying financial information clearly.
  
• Ethical and professional with a strong sense of integrity.
  
• Proactive and able to work under pressure in a dynamic business environment.
  

The Head of Accounts will be instrumental in ensuring the financial health and integrity of the business operations. This role is crucial for accurate financial reporting compliance and providing strategic financial insights to support the company s growth and decisionmaking.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
  
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA ACCA CPA) is essential.
  
• Minimum of 57 years of experience in financial accounting with a significant portion in a managerial role.
  
• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles standards (IFRS GAAP) and tax regulations.
  
• Experience with financial reporting budgeting and auditing.
  
• Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems.