JOB SUMMARY

The Accounting Manager provides financial leadership and stewardship for the organisation by overseeing financial planning, budgeting, treasury, reporting, procurement, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance to ensure the integrity, transparency, and sustainability of financial operations. The Accounting Manager safeguards the organisation’s financial health through accurate financial reporting, strong financial governance, audit coordination, and efficient accounting processes in accordance with IFRS, local legislation, industry regulations, and the company’s bye-laws. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Accounting Manager supports strategic planning and business growth while promoting financial discipline, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organisation.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes financial goals through the annual planning process by assisting with the review and establishment of appropriate strategic objectives and initiatives.
• Promotes governance responsibilities, including policy development and fiduciary oversight.
• Leads the organisation-wide budgeting process, coordinating with senior and executive management to ensure alignment of financial resources with strategic priorities.
• Presents financial results and key metrics to the Board of Directors and executive team with clear analysis and actionable insights.
• Ensures timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable regulatory standards.
• Leads and manages the procurement function, including strategic sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, supplier management, and purchasing controls.
• Oversees all internal and external reporting to stakeholders including auditors, regulators and Board Committees, ensuring adherence to quality standards, internal reporting timetables and external deadlines.
• Ensures consistent compliance with internal policies and with legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements.
• Maintains awareness of changes in financial regulations and accounting standards.
• Manages short- and long-term liquidity to ensure the company can meet its operational and lending obligations.
• Builds relationships with financial institutions and potential capital partners.
• Designs, implements, and monitors robust internal control frameworks related to financial processes, which safeguard financial assets and mitigate operational risk.
• Identifies and implements process improvements, including the implementation and upgrade of financial systems, to enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and automation.
• Ensures readiness for audits and regulatory reviews and leads the implementation of corrective action.
• Ensures segregation of duties, appropriate authorisation levels, and effective monitoring of key control points.
• Fosters a high-performance culture within the Accounts team with continuous improvement practices and professional development opportunities, considering succession planning.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• FCCA or equivalent professional designation.
• MBA or Master’s in Finance or related field will be an asset.
• Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management (e.g., CIPS Level 4 or higher) will be an asset.
• A minimum of seven (7) years’ progressive financial leadership experience, preferably within Credit Unions, banks, or financial services, with at least (3) years overseeing procurement or similar cross-functional roles.
• Proven track record of managing large teams and advising executive leadership.
• Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors and regulatory bodies.
• Any equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those favourably considered will be contacted.