Accounts And Finance

Requirements

Education

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting, Finance

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting, Finance

• Professional qualifications such as CA (Partly qualified), ACCA, CMA, or equivalent will be considered an advantage.

• Candidates must have obtained at least a First Class (or equivalent) in any two of their academic examinations.

Experience

• At least 8 years

• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Group of Companies

Additional Requirements

• Age At least 40 years

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, taxation, VAT, audit, budgeting, and internal controls.

• Strong command of MS Excel and experience with accounting/ERP software.

Responsibilities & Context

Job Context

We are seeking an experienced and result-oriented GM – Accounts to lead and oversee the company`s accounting and finance functions within our shipping, logistics, and cargo delivery operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial control, reporting, budgeting, compliance, audit coordination, cash-flow management, and providing management with timely and accurate financial information for decision-making.

The position requires a hands-on finance professional with strong leadership capability, sound knowledge of accounting principles, statutory requirements, internal controls, and the ability to manage the Accounts & Finance team effectively.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the overall Accounts & Finance function of the company and ensure efficient day-to-day financial operations.

• Prepare, review, and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management accounts, and financial reports.

• Ensure accurate maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, vouchers, bank transactions, and supporting documentation.

• Manage cash flow, working capital, bank balances, receivables, payables, and payment schedules to maintain adequate liquidity.

• Prepare and monitor annual budgets, cash-flow forecasts, operating costs, and financial performance against budget.

• Analyze financial results, identify variances, control unnecessary expenditure, and provide practical recommendations to senior management.

• Establish and strengthen internal controls, financial procedures, approval systems, and accounting policies to minimize financial and operational risks.

• Ensure timely statutory compliance relating to VAT, tax, withholding tax, payroll, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate and manage external, internal, statutory, tax, and other relevant audits, including preparation of schedules, supporting documents, and responses to audit observations.

• Prepare, maintain, and organize documentation and records required for ISO 9001 audits, including financial procedures, records, evidence of controls, corrective-action documentation, and support for internal and external audit activities.

• Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure timely closure of ISO 9001 audit findings, non-conformities, corrective actions, and required supporting records.

• Liaise with banks, auditors, tax/VAT authorities, consultants, suppliers, customers, and other financial stakeholders as required.

• Review contracts, invoices, commercial documents, payment terms, and financial commitments from an accounting and financial-control perspective.

• Monitor receivables and ensure effective collection procedures to improve cash conversion and reduce overdue balances.

• Oversee payroll-related accounting, staff advances, expenses, and employee-related financial records.

• Ensure proper documentation, filing, record retention, and audit trails for all financial transactions.

• Use accounting Tally software and advanced MS Excel for financial analysis, reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and management information.

• Develop, guide, and evaluate the Accounts & Finance team, allocate responsibilities, and ensure timely completion of work.

• Provide management with financial analysis, business insights, and recommendations relating to profitability, cost control, investment, and operational decisions.

• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of all financial information and maintain professional standards of accounting and financial management.

Skills & Expertise

ERP SoftwareMicrosoft ExcelTally ERP 9

Other Relevant Skills

Financial ManagementFinancial ReportingBudgeting and ForecastingCash Flow ManagementInternal Audit and Compliance

Workplace

Work at office

Employment Status

Full Time