Job Description

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Our client is seeking to recruit an Assistant Finance Manager who will support the Finance Manager in delivering all aspects of external financial compliance, including audit, tax, and VAT obligations. This role will also oversee the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury teams to ensure efficient financial operations and strong internal controls.

Responsibilities:

Financial Compliance & Reporting:
Draft the statutory financial statements and ensure compliance with IFRS and the Group's internal financial reporting framework.
Support the Finance Manager in managing tax filings, VAT submissions, and other regulatory obligations.
Manage all aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable and treasury.

Audit & Controls:
Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and resolve queries promptly.
Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Accounts Payable & Receivable
Manage and develop the Accounts Payable team to ensure timely and accurate vendor payments.
Manage the Accounts Receivable team to optimize collections and manage credit risk.
Monitor aging reports and escalate issues to the Finance Manager as needed.

Treasury Management:
Deliver weekly cash flow forecasting and liquidity management.
Assist in managing banking relationships and treasury operations.
Ensure efficient use of funds and compliance with treasury policies.

Tax compliance:
Review the period VAT and corporate tax returns to ensure full compliance with local tax regulations
Proactively manage the impact of changes to local and international regulations
Support the finance manager in ensuring forecast accuracy and early visibility of tax liabilities

Team Leadership:
Provide guidance, training, and performance management to AP, AR, Treasury and tax team members (currently 8).
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.