Assistant Accounts Manager
$ 5,000 - $ 7,000 / month
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Job Scope / Responsibilities
1. Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
- Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
- Support management with timely and accurate financial analysis and reporting for decision-making.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
- Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis with recommendations.
- Work closely with department heads to ensure alignment of financial plans with strategic objectives.
3. Financial Operations & Controls
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and fixed assets.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations.
4. Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Monitor cash flow, manage bank relationships, and ensure adequate liquidity for business operations.
- Assist in optimizing working capital and funding requirements.
5. Taxation & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with local tax regulations (GST, corporate tax, withholding tax, etc.).
- Assist in the preparation and submission of tax returns and support tax audits when necessary.
6. Audit & External Stakeholder Management
- Coordinate with external auditors for statutory audits and ensure timely closure of audit findings.
- Liaise with banks, tax agents, and regulatory authorities as required.
7. Process Improvement & System Enhancement
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.
- Support system implementations or upgrades related to finance functions.
8. Team Leadership & Development
- Supervise, mentor, and develop junior finance staff.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent) preferred.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in accounting/finance, including supervisory experience.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards (e.g., IFRS, SFRS).
- Proficient in financial systems such as MYOB and MS Excel.
- Analytical, meticulous, and able to work under tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Job Scope / Responsibilities
1. Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
- Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
- Support management with timely and accurate financial analysis and reporting for decision-making.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
- Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis with recommendations.
- Work closely with department heads to ensure alignment of financial plans with strategic objectives.
3. Financial Operations & Controls
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and fixed assets.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations.
4. Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Monitor cash flow, manage bank relationships, and ensure adequate liquidity for business operations.
- Assist in optimizing working capital and funding requirements.
5. Taxation & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with local tax regulations (GST, corporate tax, withholding tax, etc.).
- Assist in the preparation and submission of tax returns and support tax audits when necessary.
6. Audit & External Stakeholder Management
- Coordinate with external auditors for statutory audits and ensure timely closure of audit findings.
- Liaise with banks, tax agents, and regulatory authorities as required.
7. Process Improvement & System Enhancement
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.
- Support system implementations or upgrades related to finance functions.
8. Team Leadership & Development
- Supervise, mentor, and develop junior finance staff.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent) preferred.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in accounting/finance, including supervisory experience.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards (e.g., IFRS, SFRS).
- Proficient in financial systems such as MYOB and MS Excel.
- Analytical, meticulous, and able to work under tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.