Latest Recruitment at West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC)

Job Objective: The Management Accountant will be responsible for the accurate accounting and reporting of fixed assets, preparation of high-quality management accounts and statutory financial statements, and the maintenance of strong accounting controls across the WIOCC Group. The role will contribute to informed decision‑making through robust financial analysis while ensuring full compliance with IFRS, IAS, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

Reporting Line: Director, Accounting and Tax

Key Responsibilities 

 Financial Compliance and Governance

• Ensure full compliance with IFRS, IAS and Group accounting policies across both local and consolidated reporting
• Coordinate the adoption and implementation of new or amended accounting standards, including assessing their impact on the Statement of Financial Position and Statement of Comprehensive Income
• Monitor and ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and tax requirements across all operating jurisdictions
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and support continuous improvement of financial governance frameworks

Management Accounts and Financial Reporting

• Ensure the completeness, accuracy and integrity of financial data recorded in the accounting ERP system
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including detailed variance and trend analysis, with clear and insightful explanations for material movements
• Analyse cost of sales performance by comparing actuals against budgets and forecasts.
• Play an active role in month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Coordinate and prepare statutory financial statements for WIOCC Group subsidiaries

Fixed Assets Accounting

• Account for fixed asset acquisitions, disposals, transfers, revaluations and impairments in line with IFRS and internal policies
• Calculate, review and post monthly depreciation and amortisation entries
• Reconcile the fixed asset sub‑ledger to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare fixed asset schedules and supporting documentation for management reviews, internal audits, and external audits
• Monitor Capital Work‑in‑Progress (CWIP) to ensure timely and appropriate capitalisation
• Coordinate physical verification of assets and inventory, including asset tagging across jurisdictions

Audit and Assurance

• Act as a key liaison for external auditors, ensuring the provision of complete, accurate and timely information
• Respond to audit queries with well‑reasoned explanations, financial interpretations and corrective action plans where necessary
• Support internal audits and ensure timely implementation of agreed audit recommendations

Accounting Policy Development

• Support the development, documentation and ongoing maintenance of Group accounting policies, manuals and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Assist in embedding consistent accounting practices across the Group

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with senior management and business unit leaders to provide financial insights that support strategic and operational decision‑making
• Engage effectively with external stakeholders, including auditors, regulators and advisors, as required

 Other Duties

• Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the Director, Accounting & Tax from time to time

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Fully qualified accountant (CPA(K), ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Minimum of five (5) years’ post‑qualification experience in a senior accountant or similar role
• Strong, hands‑on knowledge of IFRS and IAS, ideally within a multinational or group reporting environment
• Demonstrated experience in fixed asset accounting and inventory management
• Prior experience in audit or advisory roles within a Big 4 or reputable professional services firm will be a distinct advantage

Technical and Personal Skills

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability, with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, multinational and multicultural environment
• High attention to detail, with strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity and respect for confidentiality
• Confident stakeholder manager with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions

Attributes

• Client focused, relationship builder
• Integrity, honest with high ethical standards
• Boundless, passionate and flexible
• Personal excellence, accuracy and attention to detail
• Collaborative, achieve results through teamwork and partnership

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Job Objective:

•  The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of project planning, implementation, and execution. This includes managing both individual projects and groups of related company projects in a coordinated manner. The role ensures that projects are aligned to deliver intended benefits and maintain effective control throughout the project lifecycle.

Reporting Line: Programme Manager

Key Duties & Responsibilities

roject Management & Execution

• Lead and manage WIOCC’s network infrastructure projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
• Oversee client orders from pre-sales solution design to final handover, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain project charters, project plans, risk registers, budgets, and lessons learned documentation.
• Monitor project delivery milestones to ensure alignment with client target timelines.

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

• Collaborate closely with account managers to understand client requirements and ensure project alignment.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular and accurate project updates and reports.
• Manage relationships with internal teams, stakeholders, and WIOCC clients effectively.
• Ensure seamless handovers to internal teams, aligning with client specifications.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead virtual project teams consisting of Engineering, Operations, Legal, Procurement, Logistics, and Finance.
• Engage and manage third-party suppliers to ensure compliance with client specifications, service level agreements (SLAs), and quality standards.
• Address and mitigate project concerns, contractual challenges, and risks, escalating issues where necessary.

Process & Performance Improvement

• Actively participate in and promote the project gate review process.
• Oversee vendor and logistics management, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.
• Ensure data accuracy within NetSuite and other project management tools.
• Serve as a deputy for the Programme Manager as required and contribute to ad-hoc reporting.
• Actively participate in process improvement and automation initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent; a master’s degree is an added advantage) in a technical field or equivalent relevant experience.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or AGILE certification is a must have.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project.
• Proficiency in English for understanding, speaking, and writing communications.

Experience & Skills

• A minimum of 7 years of technical experience in the telecom industry, with at least 4 years in a project management role.
• Strong background in fiber network project management.
• Effective project management skills, including experience in written and verbal communication, as evidenced by work history and accomplishments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize and present key information to stakeholders concisely.
• Proficiency in using BOSS tools and experience with the Microsoft Office suite, including MS Project.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with WIOCC network technologies, including Subsea, OTN, DWDM, SDH, and Data (Ethernet, IP/MPLS, OSPF, BGP), is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including active listening, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence teams in a matrix environment.

Attributes

• Strong team leader and manager of virtual teams; motivated, persistent, and able to manage stress.
• Client-focused with confidence and relationship-building skills.
• Integrity and honesty with high ethical standards and strong negotiation skills.
• Passionate, adaptable, and flexible.
• Committed to personal excellence, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Collaborative and results-driven through teamwork and partnerships.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collate and interpret data from various sources.
• Excellent communicator in both English, with a natural aptitude for dealing with people.
• Creative thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Commercially aware, numerate, and articulate.
• Exceptional network diagnostic skills.