Financial Accountant

Job Detail

Qualifications/Experience

Qualifications: Recently qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent.
Experience: Extensive experience in the banking sector, preferably in a financial accounting role.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong financial reporting and analysis skills.
Proficient in financial planning and budgeting.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Key Result Areas

Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide recommendations to management.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts and monitor performance against these targets.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accounting standards, including IFRS and local banking regulations.
Audits: Coordinate with external auditors to ensure smooth audit processes and resolve any audit findings.
Financial Planning: Develop and implement financial plans to achieve business objectives.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, and operational risk
Team Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including treasury, risk management, and operations.
Excel Modelling: Develop and maintain complex financial models using Excel to support financial planning, forecasting, and analysis.