About this role
Job Title: Financial Accountant
Reports to: Financial Controller
Department: Finance & Accounts
Job Summary
The Financial Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, preparing financial reports, performing reconciliations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting the month-end and year end closing processes. The role ensures the integrity of financial information and assists management in making informed business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
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Financial Reporting
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Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules.
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Assist in the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
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Ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting records
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Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
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Monitor and clear suspense accounts promptly.
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Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
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Ensure timely completion of financial close activities.
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Maintain proper documentation for all accounting transactions.
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Maintain the fixed asset register.
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Compute depreciation and ensure proper capitalization of assets.
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Support physical verification exercises and asset reconciliation.
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Review inventory accounting and reconciliations where applicable
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Provide schedules and supporting documents for external and internal audits.
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Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, and statutory requirements.
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Support regulatory and tax compliance activities.
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Supervise the finance team to ensure accuracy, efficiency and compliance with IFRS and the company’s policy.
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Skills and Competencies
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
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Good understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
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High level of integrity and confidentiality.
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Timeliness of month-end close.
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Accuracy of financial reports.
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Number of unreconciled balance sheet items.
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Audit findings and resolution rate.
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Timeliness of statutory and management reporting.
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Compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
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Accuracy of journal entries and account reconciliations.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or ICAN is a must, with 3 years post qualification experience
- Minimum of 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably within the aviation industry.
- Knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards.
- Experience using ERP systems such as Odoo, SAP, Sage, or similar accounting software.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.