Vacancies at Burhani Engineers Ltd

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Management Accountant / Systems Accountant will provide accurate, timely management and financial information. The position will play a key role in supporting the finance department with designing, implementing, and managing financial systems and processes. This position will require a strong understanding of accounting principles and proficiency in using financial software to facilitate accurate and efficient preparation of financial statements and reports.

Will be responsible for overseeing the implementation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of financial software systems to support accounting processes.  With the responsibility to evaluate the existing financial systems and implement operational and functionality improvements. 

The person will possess excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The role requires the incumbent to have strong financial acumen combined with effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Position Responsibilities:

Management Accounting

• Responsible for the month end process with reporting, analysis and commentary.
• Develop and maintain financial modelling tools and spreadsheets to support accurate forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Design, implement, and monitor financial systems and controls, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies.
• Work collaboratively with teams to streamline financial reporting processes and improve data integrity.
• Prepare and analyse financial statements, reports, and performance indicators, providing meaningful insights to support decision-making processes.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, providing recommendations for cost-saving measures and revenue enhancement opportunities.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions and adherence to accounting standards.
• Balance sheet ownership with the timely completion of reconciliations, journal entries and relevant analysis.
• Conduct regular reviews of financial processes and systems, identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate solutions. Support management in ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as required.

Qualifications

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum 7+ years’ professional experience in management accounting, financial analysis or systems accountant roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance Technology or IT or its equivalent
• Relevant professional certifications (i.e. CPA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Extensive relevant and practical experience in a financial systems role.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software applications, Microsoft Excel and financial modelling tools.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and financial reporting standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and multitask effectively.
• Proactive attitude, demonstrating a willingness to take initiative and drive process improvements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present financial information.

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Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable: Develop and implement procedures to ensure timely processing of all accounts payable invoices, requisitions, purchase orders, etc. Maintain accurate records of accounts owed; Prepare invoices, including computing discounts, and coding expenses. Process timely payment of all liabilities generated and conduct periodic checks of department payables, including travel reports. Detect and resolve problems with incorrect orders and invoices. Ensure the accurate and timely recording, documenting, and posting of Accounts payable transactions and checks.
• Month end closure: Ensure the month end close for the organization is completed accurately and on time. Identify, calculate and post any accounting adjustments in line with accounting standards and policies.
• Reconciliation: Coordinate quarterly and annual financial statements, as well as management accounts and cash flow forecasts. Support the implementation of the financial control framework including balance Sheet reconciliations), helping implement changes to policies and processes. Handle supplier reconciliations:
• Initiating online payments for supplier.
• Paying supplier in time as per credit terms and limit.
• Manage supplier aging report.
• Prepare and provide monthly reconciliations of Accounts Payable including proposed general journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Data Entry: Complete data entry to ensure all accounts payable invoices, credit card transactions and check requests are recorded in compliance with the organization’s policies, applicable laws and regulations, and sound internal control. Processes all authorized purchase orders and invoices and ensures timely data entry to financial system.
• Vendor Management: Maintain vendor permanent file and ensure required documentation is current and in compliance with all applicable tax requirements. Maintain vendor permanent file and ensure required documentation is current and in compliance with all applicable tax requirements; Researches issues, responds to questions, and provides assistance to staff regarding purchase orders and vendor transactions
• Reporting: Assist with statutory reporting; Prepare weekly and monthly cash requirements reports and reconciliations and submit to for review
• Compliance: Oversee and ensure compliance on our tax responsibilities including, VAT, PAYE, Corporation tax and other such related matters. Assist in the compilation of information for the annual audit.
• Administration: Work with key stakeholders to manage and resolve any Accounts Payable issues. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable records. Maintain accurate, organized filing system of paid and unpaid invoices and purchase orders.
• Any other duties assigned by the Head of Finance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience working as an accountant in a commercial and structured environment in Accounts Payables and general accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and Relevant professional certifications (i.e. CPA, ACCA)
• Strong experience in dealing with VAT, WHT, PAYE, Corporation tax and itax.
• Experience with Online Banking and Mobile Money Platforms.
• Have good IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially in Excel.
• Have experience of working with financial accounting software’s.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles.
• Proficiency skills in keyboarding and file maintenance.
• Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner.
• Experience in the month end cycle to close our books and prepare monthly accounts.
• Experience in Reconciliation, External and Tax Audit.