General Manager, Accounting

RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Overall Accounting Leadership

• Lead and oversee all accounting functions, including Budget & Planning, Tax, Financial Operations (Accounts Payable & Receivable), Management Accounts, and Financial Reporting.
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and integrity of financial information across the organisation.
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls aligned with regulatory and GLC requirements.

2. Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Lead the annual budgeting process, including forecasting and mid-year reviews.
• Monitor budget performance across corporate and project levels.
• Provide financial insights and variance analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Ensure alignment of financial plans with project pipelines and funding structures.

3. Tax Management & Compliance

• Oversee all tax-related matters, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Manage corporate tax planning within the framework of a GLC environment.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of tax filings.
• Liaise with tax authorities and external advisors where required.

4. Financial Operations (Accounts Payable & Receivable)

• Oversee end-to-end financial operations including billing, collections, vendor payments, and disbursements.
• Ensure efficient cash flow management to support ongoing development projects.
• Strengthen processes for receivables collection and payable cycles.
• Implement controls to safeguard financial assets and prevent leakages.

5. Management Accounting

• Ensure timely preparation of monthly management accounts and performance reports.
• Provide detailed analysis on financial performance, cost trends, and project profitability.
• Support management with actionable insights for decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting quality and relevance.

6. Financial Reporting & Statutory Accounts

• Oversee the preparation of statutory financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Lead the year-end closing process and ensure timely submission of financial reports.
• Manage external audit processes and ensure audit readiness at all times.

7. Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, corporate governance standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen financial risk management practices across projects and operations.
• Address audit findings and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Maintain transparency and accountability in financial reporting.

8. Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key financial advisor to senior management on financial and operational matters.
• Engage effectively with auditors, regulators, financial institutions, and government stakeholders.
• Support reporting requirements related to government oversight and funding.

9. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.
• Build capabilities in project accounting, compliance, and financial analysis.

Foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS: 1. Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s in Accountancy, Finance, or any relevant discipline.

2. Minimum 20 years and above experience in a large organization, Multinational Company (“MNC”) or Government – Linked Companies (GLCs).