assistant accounting manager (fmcg).

About the company

Our client is a renowned FMCG multinational corporation and we are looking for an Assistant Accounting Manager to join their team.

About the job

As a key member of the finance team, reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, you will manage the full accounting process, including overseeing monthly closing activities, journal posting, audit schedule preparation, and bank reconciliations. You will also support daily retail operations such as retail sales and cash reconciliation. In this role, you will collaborate with both internal and external auditors, as well as regional and global finance teams. Additional responsibilities include assisting with statutory filings, preparing financial statements, and managing IFRS 16 lease accounting. You will contribute to annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and provide analysis comparing budget and forecast figures to actual results, supporting business decisions. Furthermore, you will review business deal packs for new store openings, offering valuable financial insights to relevant stakeholders. Other duties include overseeing stock counts, special projects, and financial analysis and reporting. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, enjoys working on improvement projects to optimize processes, and is a team player who is agile and adaptable. projects to improve work processes. Someone who is a team player, agile and adaptable.

Skills and experience required

A recognised degree in accounting or ACCA or equivalent with at least 6 years of relevant experience ideally coming from consumer related MNCs. Candidates with past experience in Big4 audit would be highly advantageous.

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