• Partially or fully qualified ACCA
• Complete finance degree

Skills and experience required:

• Minimum of 7 years experience in the global funds sector
• Experience at a leadership level in an Accounting team
• Proven track record managing a successful team
• Experience working on funds for private clients would be beneficial
• Experience in a foreign management company would be ideal as the successful candidate will be managing client portfolios in the European region.

Job description:

• Report to  Director
• Responsible for managing a team of 7 people.

Client Accounting Management

• Oversee the delivery of accurate, timely accounting services, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Review and prepare financial statements in accordance with IFRS for various entities.
• Liaise with auditors, manage audit queries, and ensure adherence to audit plans.
• Coordinate with teams to meet client deadlines and milestones, ensuring timely deliverables.
• Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit support.
• Address tax inquiries and schedule meetings with advisors, clients, and intermediaries.
• Ensure financial records align with legal and organizational standards.

Planning and Coordination

• Develop and implement planning for the accounting team to meet business objectives.
• Coordinate with departments to streamline processes and improve accounting efficiency.
• Maintain internal controls, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
• Ensure timely planning to meet jurisdiction-specific reporting deadlines.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and create development plans to nurture talent.
• Facilitate training to keep the team updated on accounting practices, tools, and compliance.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure all accounting activities comply with relevant legal, regulatory, and reporting standards.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, implementing appropriate risk management strategies.
• Liaise with auditors and regulatory authorities, addressing audit findings promptly.
• Work with tax and regulatory teams to ensure timely accounting data for reporting.

Process Improvement

• Drive initiatives to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of accounting processes.
• Leverage accounting software to automate tasks and enhance productivity.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction with accounting services.
• Collaborate with key contacts in each jurisdiction to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Provide accurate, timely management reports on accounting service performance.
• Work with the team to reduce service delivery costs through process improvements and technology.
• Act as the main point of contact for accounting-related inquiries and issues, ensuring prompt resolution.

Total package:
Rs 165 000 per month (Mauritian Ruppees)

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Associate Director – Shared Services Team (Accounting) position available in South Africa, South Africa. This job position was posted by She recruit. The job has been posted as a char8000 ad on 2025-02-06 at 01:05:12 in the Finance Accounting category