Financial Oversight:

• Manage day-to-day accounting functions, including account reconciliation, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
• Ensure accurate posting of financial transactions in journals and verify the correctness of financial statements
• Manage the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements, ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations and standards (IFRS, GAAP). including gross margin analysis, SKU profitability, and distribution cost analysis

Working Capital Management: 

• Oversee cash flow, receivables, and payables, especially in managing inventory and minimize days sales outstanding (DSO)

Data Management:

• Gather and analyze data from various departments to support financial decision-making
• Serve as a gatekeeper for financial processes, ensuring adherence to established protocols while remaining adaptable to changes

Tax Knowledge:

• Possess a solid understanding of tax regulations WHT 21, 23, 4(2), 25, VAT and implications related to accounting practices
• Assist in tax-related matters, ensuring compliance and optimizing tax efficiency

Compliance: 

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements specific to FMCG or distribution, including audits, tax regulations, and internal controls

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as sales, marketing, and operations, and communicate financial insights to senior leadership

System & Process Improvement:

• Be a proactive problem-solver, able to navigate challenges with flexibility and creativity
• Implement and enhance financial systems and processes to increase operational efficiency, streamline distribution costs, and improve financial accuracy