Assistant Manager - Financial Accounting

JOB SUMMARY The incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the management of the Financial Accounting functions within First Citizens Trustee Services Limited, to ensure timely and accurate reporting for executive decision making and compliance with regulatory and statutory bodies.

Job Summary

The incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the management of the Financial Accounting functions within First Citizens Trustee Services Limited, to ensure timely and accurate reporting for executive decision making and compliance with regulatory and statutory bodies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of annual and interim financial statements and related notes and schedules in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other special purposes for examination and certification by the external auditors and for filing with regulatory bodies. These include Corporate accounts and Mutual Fund accounts and the accounts of other programs under Trust
• Prepare the Company’s annual budget for submission to the Manager Financial Accounting for approval
• Assist in coordination of the annual and interim audits with the external auditors to ensure timely completion of the audits
• Review monthly management accounts (financial performance and statement of financial position), with executive summaries, for submission to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements for the filing of tax returns and the payment of corporation tax, VAT, Financial Services Tax and withholding tax
• Approve income and expenditure vouchers within authorized limits and perform the duties of authorized signatory
• Review all reports prepared and submitted to the statutory and regulatory bodies within the given timelines e.g. CBTT monthly and quarterly reports
• Keep abreast of the developments of IFRS and other laws and regulations by which the Company is guided
• Provide and co-ordinate staff training, conduct performance appraisal reviews, maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the department, while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction
• Completes special projects and other delegated activities that may be assigned by the Manager – Financial Accounting.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from a reputable University or other professional qualification from a recognized professional body e.g. ACCA, CMA, CGA, CPA and three (3) years progressive experience in an accounting environment, especially in the preparation of financial statements and audits; at least one (1) of which must be at the Supervisory Level. The ideal candidate will also possess strong leadership and organizational skills, strong analytical skills, Strong report writing, presentation and communication skills.