Financial Controller

Financial Controller Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete finance and accounting function across multiple business units, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Consolidate financial results for reporting to senior management.
• Lead and supervise accounting operations across all units.
• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Approve and monitor cash and bank payments, reconciliations, and system postings.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data across ERP and POS systems.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, tax, and other regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with auditors, consultants, and government authorities.
• Support operational managers with budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Monitor budget versus actual performance, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop financial strategies to improve efficiency and overall financial performance.
• Mentor and supervise accountants at different levels, delegating tasks and evaluating performance.
• Ensure a high standard of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement across the finance team.
• Maintain professional qualification requirements such as CPA, ACCA, or CMA.
• Bring 1015 years of relevant finance experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial position, preferably within multi-entity accounting structures.
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of IFRS, VAT, and internal controls.
• Exhibit strong leadership ability, financial analysis skills, ERP proficiency, and effective communication capabilities.

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, VAT, and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and POS integration.
• Excellent analytical and financial modeling abilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to supervise, mentor, and develop finance staff at multiple levels.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with auditors, consultants, banks, and senior management.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professional judgment.
• Adaptability to changing business needs and commitment to continuous process improvement.