Job Description: Accounts Manager

Job Title: Accounts Manager

Department: Finance & Accounts

Reports To: Finance Director / Financial Controller / General Manager

Job Summary

The Accounts Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization's accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and managing the day-to-day activities of the accounting team. The role plays a critical part in financial planning, budgeting, cash flow management, and supporting strategic business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting.
Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial records.
Monitor financial performance and provide management with financial insights and recommendations.
Prepare management reports, variance analyses, and financial forecasts.

Accounting Operations

Manage daily accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and fixed assets.
Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded and documented.
Supervise month-end and year-end closing processes.
Maintain and improve accounting systems, policies, and procedures.
Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Coordinate the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
Monitor budget performance and analyze variances.
Support department heads in budget planning and cost management.
Provide recommendations to improve financial efficiency and profitability.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity requirements.
Oversee banking activities, payments, and fund management.
Ensure effective management of receivables and payables.
Support financing activities and banking relationships when required.

Compliance & Taxation

Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, financial reporting requirements, and statutory obligations.
Coordinate tax filings, VAT/GST returns, and other regulatory submissions.
Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure readiness for internal and external audits.

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, supervise, and develop the accounting team.
Allocate responsibilities and monitor team performance.
Provide coaching, training, and professional development opportunities.
Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

Establish and maintain strong internal control systems.
Monitor compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Identify financial risks and implement mitigation measures.
Recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Stakeholder Coordination

Collaborate with senior management on financial planning and decision-making.
Support business units with financial analysis and reporting needs.
Communicate financial information clearly to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
5–10 years of accounting and finance experience, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and taxation.
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent.
Experience in multinational organizations or industry-specific accounting environments.
Knowledge of ERP systems and financial automation tools.
Experience managing audits and regulatory compliance requirements.

Key Competencies

Financial Reporting & Analysis
Budgeting & Forecasting
Cash Flow Management
Taxation & Regulatory Compliance
General Ledger Management
Internal Controls
Leadership & Team Management
Strategic Thinking
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Communication & Stakeholder Management

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
Budget adherence and cost control performance
Cash flow and working capital management effectiveness
Audit results and compliance performance
Reduction in financial errors and process inefficiencies
Timely completion of tax filings and statutory submissions
Team productivity and development

Work Environment

Primarily office-based within corporate, commercial, industrial, retail, hospitality, or service organizations.
Regular interaction with senior management, auditors, banks, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.
May require additional working hours during month-end closings, audits, budgeting cycles, and financial reporting periods.

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