Accountant at Human Capital Outsourcing Limited

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Maintain and manage relationships with banks, auditors, investors, regulatory institutions, and financial consultants.
• Compile, analyze, and present financial reports to management and key stakeholders.
• Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Manage cost accounting processes across farm operations, slaughter operations, franchises, fast-food outlets, and vendor cart businesses.
• Monitor inventory valuation and cost of goods sold (COGS) for all products.
• Oversee project budgeting, costing, reconciliations, and financial monitoring.
• Develop annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Monitor departmental expenditure against approved budgets and conduct variance analysis.
• Provide budget management support and guidance to department heads.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and banking operations.
• Manage cash flow to ensure adequate funding for operations, inventory purchases, and payroll obligations.
• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure accurate treasury management.
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and initiatives to improve business margins.
• Support management in evaluating investments, projects, and expansion opportunities.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks affecting the business.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure implementation of audit recommendations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls and financial policies.
• Monitor compliance with financial procedures across all business units.
• Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members.
• Support operational departments with financial insights and decision-making.
• Prepare management reports, financial analyses, and business performance reviews.
• Monitor inventory controls and ensure accuracy of stock records.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to optimize supplier terms and inventory management.
• Track collections performance and support resolution of customer payment disputes.
• Provide timely financial reports and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure proper documentation and accountability for all financial transactions.
• Support evaluation and monitoring of projects through financial planning and reporting.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA(K), ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in finance leadership, accounting, or financial management roles.
• Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, agriculture, poultry, food production, or franchise operations is highly preferred.
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and cost accounting.
• Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory, and treasury functions.
• Proven experience developing and implementing financial controls and risk management frameworks.
• Experience leading and developing finance teams.