Finance Manager (9 months contract)

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Oversee customer credit review and control
• Lead the assessment of creditworthiness for new and existing customers by reviewing financial statements, credit reports, and other relevant information
• Monitoring and reviewing customer credit accounts to ensure compliance with credit and collection policy
• Implementing and enforcing credit control procedures to minimize credit risk and bad debt for the company
• Oversee arrears management for JPPL by monitoring and managing overdue customer accounts and arrears
• Review monthly AR reconciliations and provide reports to senior management.
• Work closely with business unit GMs and customer service team to address customer queries and arrears to arrive at a mutually beneficial solution

Accounts Payable (AP):

• Supervise and manage the AP function to ensure timely and accurate payment to suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Oversee the accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor management
• Ensure timely preparation of monthly AP reconciliations and provide accurate financial reporting.
• Liaise with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain good relationships.

Fixed Assets (FA):

• Oversee the management of the company’s fixed assets, including acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Review the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate and timely updates.
• Review monthly depreciation journals and reconciliation of fixed asset accounts.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting policies and statutory requirements regarding fixed assets.

Reporting & Compliance:

• Review and submit regular reports on AR, AP, and FA to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Ensure month-end closing timeline is met to support the reporting demand
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Assist with internal and external audits as required.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CA, CPA, etc.) is an advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in AR, AP, and FA in managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.