Vacancy : financial manager

VACANCY

TRUSTCO RESOURCES

Financial Manager 
(1 x Windhoek)

Job Responsibilities:
• Oversee cash book entries and bank reconciliations;
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts;
• Vat reconciliations, returns and reviews;
• Invoicing of certain AR and AP for intercompany and external purposes;
• Comparing and reconciling intercompany and external AR and AP accounts;
• Oversee debtors’ function - invoicing, debtor's statements, collection and journals;
• Oversee creditors function - processing, reconciliations and journals;
• Clearing suspense accounts and completion of month-end processing;
• Preparing ledgers, fire reports and trial balances;
• Cash flow analysis and projection;
• Preparation, review and commenting on monthly fire reports;
• Assisting with quarterly preparation of budgets, forecasts and reporting on variances;
• Maintaining of systems and accounting practices;
• Prepare annual income tax calculations and submissions;
• Monthly and year-end financial reporting and preparation of management accounts;
• Provide and interpret financial information;
• Monitoring and interpreting cash flows and predicting future trends;
• Developing financial management mechanisms that minimize financial risks;
• Conducting reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities;
• Manage budgets, company financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems;
• Liaising with auditors to ensure annual audits are carried out;
• Manage, train, motivate and supervise employees in the finance department;
• Review and assist management with quarterly preparation of budgets, forecasts and reporting on variances;
• Various ad hoc accounting duties;
• Review of general ledger reconciliations and files; and
• Keeping abreast of changes in financial regulations and legislation.

Candidate Profile:
• Ability to prioritize and manage time;
• Handle pressure and keeping to deadlines;
• Positive attitude with leadership skills;
• Ability to operate independently and in a team;
• Ability to interact and communicate with all levels of employees, including financial and non-financial knowledge;
• Trustco group supports employees maintaining a healthy lifestyle, therefore preference will be given to applicants with a healthy BMI;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to move mountains with only the click of a button;
• Hands-on, self-starter and problem solver with excellent administrative skills; and
• Strong analytical, qualitative and decision-making skills.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Accounting Qualification: B. Accounting, B. Com (or similar);
• At least three (3) years’ accounting experience on managerial level; 
• Article experience with a registered audit firm; 
• Sound knowledge of the International Accounting and International Financial Reporting Standards (IAS & IFRS);
• Namibian taxation proficiency;
• Knowledge and proficiency with ITAS online system;
• Computer literate including Accounting Software, CaseWare and Excel;
• Proficient knowledge of core accounting packages;
• A minimum requirement to be considered as a possible shortlisted candidate for the vacant position will be that the applicant must successfully pass the “Trustco Group Integrated Annual Reports Test” which will consist of multiple-choice questions from the annual report of the group and its segments.

To be called a Trustconian is to be bestowed a title of honor. It’s worn proudly by those who are committed to the Trustco brand and culture. As Trustconians we know that every right implies a responsibility; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty and that a person’s word should be as good as his bond. Trustconians are provided with the opportunity to be part of a family, not just a company, and we are obligated and required to drive Trustco and Namibia forward in our own, revolutionary way.

Only CVs with attached certified copies as proof of qualifications will be accepted.  Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed and no CVs or attached documentation shall be returned.

Preference will be given to Namibian citizens. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Only applications submitted via email will be considered. Your CV and portfolio may be submitted to:

E-mail: hr@tgh.na
Tel:  061 275 4315
Closing Date: 16 November 2022