Job Description
Key Responsibilities
International Finance (Major Responsibility Area)
- Manage international financial transactions, including foreign vendor payments and cross-border remittances.
- Monitor and analyze foreign exchange rates, currency fluctuations, and their impact on company finances.
- Ensure compliance with international finance regulations, foreign remittance rules, and global reporting standards.
- Liaise with international suppliers, banks, and financial partners on payments, settlement terms, and documentation.
- Prepare timely and accurate financial reports and account statements.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
- Maintain general ledger entries and ensure accurate posting of transactions.
- Conduct regular bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring.
- Process local and international invoices, payments, and expense claims.
- Track receivables and ensure timely collections.
- Maintain up-to-date vendor and customer accounts.
- Ensure adherence to relevant financial laws, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure timely remittance of statutory deductions (PAYE, WHT, VAT, Pension, etc.).
- Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules.
- Support ERP and financial systems usage, ensuring accurate data entry and reporting.
- Recommend improvements to financial procedures for greater efficiency.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold internal control standards.
- Provide financial insights and analysis to support management decisions.
- Work closely with procurement teams on financial documentation.
- Perform other finance-related duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in the engineering, construction, or technical services industry.
- Must be a Chartered Accountant (ICAN or ACCA certified).
- Strong understanding of project accounting and cost control principles.
- Proficient in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or similar platforms.
- Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.