Position Overview

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Finance and Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including entering journals, managing accounts receivable and payable, using financial technology systems, and other finance-related administration. The Manager ensures timely reconciliation and reporting of all financial statements and prepares financial analyses for the Commercial Manager and other key stakeholders as requested; and maintains fiscal records. The Manager serves as the primary contact for internal staff on invoicing, bill payments, cash receipts and revenue, and budgets. The Manager also implements and trains staff to use software that streamlines processes and improves distribution and accessibility of financial information.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensuring day-to-day transactions such as accounts payable, cash receipts and accounts receivable, credit card transactions, and payroll are recorded correctly.
• Performing timely and accurate month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., net assets, investments, revenue, expenses, payroll allocations, etc.), ensuring that accounting schedules are updated and accurate.
• Ensuring proper revenue and expense recognition.
• Ensuring all finance and accounting operations comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and state laws and regulations.
• Assisting the Commercial manager in developing and monitoring departmental, project, and organizational budget; assisting with monthly financial reporting needs.
• Performing fiscal year-end close activities and assisting with activities and requirements of external auditors.
• Communicating regularly with the Commercial Manager.
• Continually seeking and implementing opportunities to streamline and improve finance and accounting operations through technology including training staff to better utilize financial and accounting software.
• Ensuring that SMPL is in compliance with statutory organisational requirements such as IRC, NCDC and Lands Department on tax and regulatory compliance matters.
• Oversee the HR department and the HR Manager
• Other duties as assigned to meet organizational requirements.

Qualifications

Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or relevant field required.
• Master’s degree and/or CPA certification a plus.

Experience

• 5 to 10 years in financial management and accounting
• Supervisory experience a plus.

Skills and Knowledge

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) with expertise in Excel required.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
• Proficiency and hands-on experience with financial management software (e.g., Sage, Accpac, Quik Books etc.) required.
• Experience overseeing the annual audit.
• Superior data management and data analysis skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to explain financial terms in simple language.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to SMPL’s mission.

How to Apply

Apply to [email protected] .

Include your CV and copies of relevant qualifications.