Finance Operations Manager - #1128705

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Oversee customer credit review and control

• Lead the assessment of creditworthiness for new and existing customers by reviewing financial statements, credit reports, and other relevant information

• Monitoring and reviewing customer credit accounts to ensure compliance with credit and collection policy

• Implementing and enforcing credit control procedures to minimize credit risk and bad debt for the company

• Oversee arrears management for JPPL by monitoring and managing overdue customer accounts and arrears 

• Review monthly AR reconciliations and provide reports to senior management.

• Work closely with business unit GMs and customer service team to address customer queries and arrears to arrive at a mutually beneficial solution 

2. Accounts Payable (AP):

• Supervise and manage the AP function to ensure timely and accurate payment to suppliers, contractors, and service providers.

• Oversee the accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor management 

• Ensure timely preparation of monthly AP reconciliations and provide accurate financial reporting.

• Liaise with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain good relationships.

3. Fixed Assets (FA):

• Oversee the management of the company’s fixed assets, including acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation.

• Review the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate and timely updates.

• Review monthly depreciation journals and reconciliation of fixed asset accounts.

• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting policies and statutory requirements regarding fixed assets.

4. General Ledger (GL):

• Oversee the month-end closing process to ensure timely and accurate recording of financial transactions.

• Review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and provisions prepared by the team.

• Ensure the completeness and integrity of the general ledger and supporting schedules.

• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.

5. Reporting & Compliance:

• Review and submit regular reports to senior management and other stakeholders.

• Ensure month-end closing timeline is met to support the reporting demand

• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.

• Assist with internal and external audits as required.

6. Technology, Digitalisation & AI Adoption

• Partner with Department Head (GA) to identify opportunities to improve accounting processes through automation, workflow enhancements, and system optimisation.

• Support the implementation and enhancement of ERP or finance-related digital tools.

• Promote good data quality and standardisation to support system improvements and digital transformation initiatives

• Collaborate with IT or transformation teams on system issues, enhancements, and new solution evaluations.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor of Accounting degree or Professional Accounting Qualifications (CPA, ACCA, Chartered Accountant)

• Minimum 3 years of experience in managerial capacity.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.