Assistant Manager - Financial Control

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager - Financial Control to join our team in Mauritius.

You'll be responsible for overseeing the Bookkeeping team, managing the day-to-day activities of the team, maintaining accurate financial records, performing day-to-day accounting activities for the Group and providing support to the Financial Control Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the Bookkeeping team, including assigning tasks, monitoring workloads, and providing guidance and support

• Work with the Financial Controller to implement and improve processes and procedures

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations

• Prepare and process invoices, receipts, payments, and other financial transactions

• Manage and reconcile credit card and bank statements

• Manage petty cash and reconcile petty cash accounts

• Reconcile and report on inter-company accounts

• Assist with budget preparation and monitoring

• Work closely with the Financial Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards and regulations

• Support the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors

• Handle any other accounting-related duties as required

Minimum experience / education required

• A minimum of six years’ relevant experience

• Educated to A ‘Levels standard, or equivalent

• Attainment of a relevant professional qualification, e.g. ACCA, ICA or equivalent

Required skills

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Ability to build morale and team spirit and act as an ambassador of the Group’s values.

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