Financial Controller

Job Description : FC ETHIOPIA 8+ years experience Key Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including the accuracy of financial records. Manage the preparation and presentation of monthly MIS reports, P&L statements, and Balance Sheets. Conduct budget preparation, analysis of actual vs. budget, and variance reporting. Provide insights for strategic decision-making through financial performance analysis. Accounting & Reconciliation: Ensure timely passing of accounting entries, including cash, bank, journal, and production entries. Supervise reconciliation processes for debtors, creditors, advances, and intercompany transactions. Maintain and update the general ledger and books of accounts. Treasury & Banking Operations: Manage banking operations, including reconciliation and vendor payments. Coordinate banking and treasury functions, such as applying for long-term loans and other credit facilities. Knowledge of Import and Export follow up with CHA, knowledge of clearing & forwarding. Establishment of Letter of Credits. Preparing Import and Export Documents as per the terms of Letter of Credits and manage foreign exchange transactions Prepare import/export documents and liaise with clearing and forwarding agents. Payroll & Vendor Management: Oversee payroll processes and ensure timely distribution of salaries. Facilitate vendor payments and ensure proper documentation and authorization. Audit & Compliance: Assist internal and statutory auditors by providing all necessary information and records for audit and taxation. Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements. Budgeting & Financial Planning: Prepare the annual financial plan and monitor its execution. Analyse financial performance against strategic goals and implement corrective actions where necessary. Leadership & Collaboration: Collaborate with departmental heads to optimize financial operations and improve cost efficiency. Ensure the financial team delivers timely and accurate support to meet organizational needs.

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