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Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly management accounts within agreed timelines
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements
• Support budgeting and forecasting exercises
• Provide variance analysis and commentary on financial performance
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/local accounting standards and internal policies
• Support cost accounting processes where applicable (inventory, production costs, overhead allocation)

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General Ledger Management

• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger
• Post journal entries including accruals, prepayments, provisions, and adjustments
• Review ledger balances and ensure completeness and accuracy
• Ensure proper classification of transactions

Reconciliation & Control

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Reconcile supplier, customer, and intercompany accounts
• Conduct inventory and fixed asset reconciliations
• Investigate and clear outstanding reconciling items
• Strengthen internal controls over financial processes

Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight

Monitor payable and receivable aging reports
Ensure timely processing of invoices and payments
Support credit control processes to minimize bad debts
Liaise with suppliers and customers regarding payment issues

Payroll & Statutory Compliance

• Process payroll accurately and ensure timely salary payments
• Prepare statutory deductions and ensure remittance within legal timelines
• Prepare and file tax returns (VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, corporate tax support, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and financial regulations
• Maintain accurate statutory records and documentation

Audit & Compliance Support

• Prepare audit schedules and reconciliations for internal and external audits
• Ensure audit files are complete and well-organized
• Respond to auditor queries in a timely and professional manner
• Support implementation of audit recommendations
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory frameworks

Systems & Process Improvement

• Utilize SAP (or relevant accounting system) efficiently
• Support finance system enhancements and automation initiatives
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements
• Ensure proper data integrity within accounting systems

Inventory & Cost Control (Manufacturing Focus)

• Monitor inventory movement and costing accuracy
• Assist in stock counts and reconciliation exercises
• Support production cost analysis
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

Key Requirement Skills And Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• CPA (Part 4 completed or equivalent professional qualification preferred)
• Minimum 4–5 years’ experience in accounting or finance
• Prior experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or other fast-paced operational environments is mandatory
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and statutory compliance

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HOW TO APPLY

If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.