Manager Standard, Processes

JOB PURPOSE

This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements and internal policies. Also, responsible to ensure that the organization maintains strong financial governance, meets all statutory and tax compliance obligations, and supports internal and external audit processes.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements by applying IFRS standards through accurate data collection and validation in order to achieve transparent and compliant reporting for airport operations.
• Consolidate financial results and perform variance and trend analysis by gathering and reconciling data from multiple business units through systematic review and analytical tools in order to achieve meaningful insights for decision-making.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing reliable financial data through collaboration with planning teams in order to achieve accurate and realistic financial projections. 
• Ensure timely submission of management and statutory reports by monitoring reporting timelines through effective coordination and process control in order to achieve compliance and informed management decisions.
• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and statutory requirements by implementing robust compliance checks through continuous monitoring and liaison with regulatory bodies in order to achieve adherence and mitigate risk. 
• Maintain awareness of changes in financial regulations and accounting standards by tracking regulatory updates through research and professional networks in order to achieve proactive compliance and advise management on necessary adjustments.]
• Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies by facilitating audits and providing accurate documentation through timely communication in order to achieve smooth audit processes and regulatory alignment.
• Develop, review, and strengthen internal financial controls by assessing existing control frameworks through risk analysis and process audits in order to achieve integrity and reliability of financial information.
• Support implementation of audit recommendations and monitor corrective actions by coordinating with relevant stakeholders through structured follow-up and reporting in order to achieve continuous improvement and compliance assurance.
• Support the line manager in identifying and implementing continuous improvements by analyzing current financial systems and processes through benchmarking and stakeholder feedback in order to achieve enhanced efficiency and accuracy.
• Contribute to financial policy and procedure development by drafting and reviewing policies through collaboration with finance leadership in order to achieve standardized practices and regulatory compliance. 
• Perform other department duties related to his / her position as directed by the Head of the Department

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field with Minimum 8 years of job-related experience

• Proven experience in managing accounts receivable/payable, financial reporting, and reconciliations
   

  Preferred
   

• Postgraduate qualification or professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or CA

• Audit experience in big companies

Job Specific Skills:

• Sound understanding of IFRS and public sector accounting principles
• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills with high attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with both internal teams and external teams
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple deadlines, and operate effectively under pressure
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to maintain structured records and documentation
• High level of integrity, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with audit Standards
• Managerial skills - Ability to delegate work, set clear direction and manage workflow. Strong mentoring and coaching skills. Ability to train and develop subordinate's skills. Ability to foster teamwork among team members