Senior Assistant Director (Finance Services Department)

[What the role is]
Reporting to the Deputy Director (Finance Services Department), you will be leading one of the branches within the department. You will play a key role in putting in place systems and internal controls to ensure that all accounting records are recorded timely and accurately and ensuring organisational compliance to Statutory Board-Financial Reporting Standards (SB-FRS), instructions manuals, policies, and procedures.
[What you will be working on]

- Lead and supervise staff on the performance of finance and accounting functions, including but not restricted to accounting for revenue collection, accounts payable, month-end closing, fixed assets, fees and charges costing, bank reconciliations and preparation of management reports and periodic returns

- Oversee internal controls and ensure financial governance through policy and process formulation, review and monitoring to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and accounting standards

- Functional lead for Accounts Receivable and stock matters

- Lead and manage the annual statutory audit and oversee the preparation of annual accounts/financial reports/audit schedules to ensure compliance with the SB- FRS and Ministry of Finance guidelines.

- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and service providers to ensure effective delivery of financial services and compliance with statutory requirements

- Optimise financial processes and drive adoption of automation and analytics to improve productivity

[What we are looking for]
This role might be for you if you possess the following qualities:

- Minimum a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or equivalent

- Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience with at least 5 years in supervisory role

- Strong analytical skills and keen eye for details

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications

- Excellent written and presentation skills

- Mature, independent, and resourceful

- Ability to work independently as well as in a team

- Possess good leadership and mentoring skills

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.