Accountant at Cemex Holdings Limited

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control

• Prepare and analyze monthly management accounts, board reports, and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, reconciliations, and general ledger integrity.
• Monitor financial performance, costs, and budget variances, providing actionable insights to management.
• Coordinate external audits and implement audit recommendations.
• Maintain robust internal controls and safeguard company assets.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Management

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
• Monitor product costing, BOMs, gross margins, and profitability.
• Conduct financial analysis, CAPEX evaluations, and investment reviews.
• Support cost optimization and resource allocation initiatives.

Treasury & Trade Finance Management

• Manage cash flow, liquidity planning, and banking relationships.
• Oversee payroll, supplier payments, bank reconciliations, and payment controls.
• Administer trade finance facilities including Letters of Credit (LCs), Pre-Import Finance (PIF), Bank Guarantees, and Documentary Collections.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of import and trade documentation.
• Monitor trade finance utilization, repayments, and foreign exchange exposure.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure timely compliance with all statutory and tax obligations.
• Maintain finance policies, SOPs, and internal control frameworks.
• Manage the Fixed Asset Register, depreciation, and asset verification processes.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, data protection, and ethical financial practices.

Leadership & Business Support

• Supervise and develop the Assistant Accountant and Finance Intern.
• Support management with timely financial reports, analysis, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with operations on inventory management, costing, and financial planning.
• Participate in strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects.