Purpose of Role 
Lead the preparation of Group financial statements, consolidated statutory results and accounting notes in compliance with IFRS. 

Main Responsibilities  
Prepare accounting records in respect of Group holding companies: 
Maintain and assume responsibility for the accuracy and timeliness of the books and records, including general ledger and reporting in relevant finance and consolidated systems. 
Liaise with overseas agents to ensure complete records are maintained, tax returns filed, management information presented to Board, delegations of authorities maintained, cashflow forecasts prepared and controls maintained. 

Oversee reporting requirements, including:  
Consolidate the financial statements of the group and its subsidiaries. 
Coordinate the audit of the Group’s consolidated financial statements. 
Ensure distributions from subsidiaries are accounted for correctly and booked in a timely manner and in accordance with local laws and regulations. 
Prepare accounting treatment papers for the group including acquisitions, disposals (including fair value analysis) and other transactions which may require technical accounting papers. 
Prepare and report on any hedge or swap accounting in the Group.  
Prepare intermediate holding company audited statutory accounts. 

Other Group reporting as required. 
Prepare and lead the monthly procedures/control work: 
Review and challenge on monthly trial balances across the Group. 
Review conversion from OHADA entities into IFRS. 
Consolidate Balance sheet preparation and reconciliation / resolution of any intercompany or consolidation issues. 
Prepare Group tax calculations.
Prepare statement of changes in equity and cashflow. 
Provide expertise in the accounting and configuration of the finance system for the Group including consolidation processes and reports. 
Provide financial accounting support to subsidiaries, including IFRS training and management reporting guidance. 

Skills 
Well-developed technical IFRS and management accounting skills. 
Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment. 
Attention to detail, organisation and time management skills.  
Strong analytical skills 
Strong written and verbal communication skills  
Proactive and able to take the initiative 
Collaboration and teamwork skills  
Role models organization values, leads by example in business integrity, confidentiality and high standards of business ethics 
Computer skills – MS Excel advanced and experience with integrated ERP accounting systems, including financial consolidation systems 

Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications 
Qualified accountant ((CA) or BCOM Accounting Degree
Appropriate experience in an accounting / consolidating / reporting role. 
Experienced in financial and management accounting, current accounting practices and methods. 
Financial consolidation systems experience. 
Previous experience of working in a global organisation desirable.