The Accounting Manager will oversee the full spectrum of accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions and compliance with applicable standards and internal policies. This role will manage accounts payable (creditors), accounts receivable, and other tasks signed by immediate supervisor, and will play a key role in the month-end closing process and preparation of financial reports.

Key Responsibilities:

1. General Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all entries are posted on time.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports and analysis as required.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, IFRS , tax regulations, and internal policies.

2. Accounts Payable (Creditors)

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process including invoice review, posting, and payments.
• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of vendor accounts.
• Monitor and manage vendor contracts, payment terms, and aging balances.
• Review and approve payment and ensure alignment with cash flow planning
• Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams to validate GRNs and resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure 3 way matching is always maintained.
• Ensure proper accruals for unpaid expenses and vendor liabilities at month-end.
• Follow up and monitor goods-in-transit (GIT) purchases to ensure timely receipt and proper accounting treatment.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure accurate capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.

3. Accounts Receivable

• Oversee customer invoicing and collections process.
• Monitor receivables aging and follow up with sales and customers on overdue balances.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition and bad debt provisioning.
• Conduct regular reconciliations between customer subledger and general ledger.
• Implement and monitor credit control procedures in line with company policy.
• Work closely with the commercial/sales team to resolve disputes, claims, or deductions.

4. Team Management & Internal Controls

• Supervise, guide, and develop the accounting team.
• Strengthen internal controls and continuously improve accounting processes.
• Support internal and external audits by providing timely and accurate documentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS and local tax laws.
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, or similar ERP).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and integrity.