Accounts Manager

Job Description : ACCOUNTS MANAGER GHANA Nurevas, established in 2010 & located in Ghana, is built on a wealth of experience in the industry and the entrepreneurial, strategic, global experience of its management and shareholders. It has developed a range of highquality, proprietary products with support from leading international partners that are tailored to regional tastes in Africa. Nurevas prides itself on: • Being a SWISS/AFRICAN, HIGH QUALITY food manufacturer and marketer. • Possessing flexible production of WIDE RANGE of sauces, condiments and spreads for the retail & catering sectors. • Incorporating SUBSTANTIAL EXPERIENCE in the relevant industry and operations, and the emerging markets. • Being well supported by WORLD LEADING SUPPLIERS and advisors. • Having built an EXCELLENT DISTRIBUTION network with world class partners. Job Position – Manager – Accounts A. Job Description Primary Responsibility Key Activities Strategic Planning & Financial Perspective • Drive budgeting activity for the organization • Provide inputs to the annual and financial planning process to ensure efficient use of capital • Establish robust billing & collection systems in place in order to provide timely & accurate inputs for costing, budgeting & accounting • Establish strong cost control systems so as to control any cost leakages within the Accounts function • Contribute to the budgeting by providing inputs on the forecasted budget for the Payables and Accounting activities • Ensure adherence to the allocated budget • Responsible for driving any finance related projects, special assignments, improvement activities, cash flow improvement etc. Accounting Systems and Procedures • Lead the establishment of robust accounting systems so as to provide timely, accurate and consistent inputs for management reporting • Ensure updation of accounting processes in line with the latest accounting practices and norms • Budget controlling of manufacturing, sales & marketing, scheme budgeting, advertising Financial Statements • Ensure timely finalization and closure of the book of accounts including the preparation of balance sheet, P&L and other financial statements in line with established accounting principles and procedures • Coordinate the timely publishing of required financial statements (cash flow statement, bank balances, payables and receivables etc) • Supervise the validation and accounting of all income/ receivables such as lease/ rentals, maintenance charges, sales related exp, customer payments etc Others • Oversee effective execution of bank reconciliation activities to ensure timely reconciliation of relevant accounts • Oversee timely banking and disbursement of payments to aid the execution of accounting activities of the Department • Periodically review MIS to analyze the efficiency of Accounting activities and initiate improvements if required People Management & Development • Lead a team of internal accountants to execute on the internal accounts plan • Deliver allocated Accounts assignments and supervise own employees in discharging their tasks and carrying out their tasks to ensure achievement of departmental objectives • Set goals, review and manage performance, guide, counsel and provide feedback to team on performance so as to ensure a motivated and committed team • Mentor and coach subordinates to develop the team’s capabilities and build a strong succession pipeline for the role B. Key Interactions Internal Interactions External Interactions • All departments • Auditors, Financial Institutions, Vendors C. Knowledge Functional Knowledge • Knowledge of International Law and Tax standards • Strong accounting and tax technical knowledge, accounting processes and procedures and financial systems D. Competency Leadership Competencies • Business Orientation, Pro for Change, Align to Action, People & Performance focus, Collaboration, Open & Progressive mindset Functional Competencies • Strategy & Planning, Market & Regulatory Environment, Business Partnering, Financial Acumen, Financial Management & Budgeting E. Job Specifications Level of Education Graduate (B.Com/ BAF) from a recognized university Preferred/Additional Qualifications MCom / MBA – Finance / Inter CA Overall Experience 10-12 years Relevant Experience 7-10 years

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