| JOB OVERVIEW | |
| JOB TITLE | Chief Accountant |
| DEPARTMENT | Finance |
| LOCATION | Lesotho |
| REPORTS TO | CEO / doted line manager |
PURPOSE OF ROLE
Full cycle accounting (payroll, fixed assets, taxes, accruals, provisions, impairments, financial statements etc.) combined with involvement in treasury and financial controlling functions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review, capture and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded in accounting software Sage X3 v12 in accordance with group policy.
- Review monthly accruals, provisions, loan accounts and interest calculations, fixed assets, IFRS16 bookings.
- Perform reconciliations and general ledger account clearings.
- Preparation of monthly/yearly closings.
- Preparation of monthly management accounts.
- Preparation of IFRS Financial Statements (yearly, interim etc.)
- Preparation, review and submission of monthly tax returns (VAT, WHT, Import VAT, etc.), provisional tax and annual corporate income tax returns.
- Responsible for the facilitation of the annual external audit.
- Review, maintenance and implementation of the respective accounting and other policies in compliance with Group accounting policies.
- Design, implement and maintain relevant and appropriate internal financial controls in compliance with Group internal procedures.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements in alignment with local government standards, tax, and other local regulations.
- Perform weekly, monthly and annual cash flow planning.
- Set up monthly and annual budgets in line with Group and company strategies and objectives.
- Generating and implementing processes to improve and automate finance functions.
- Provide support and leadership to 2-3 team members reporting to you.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- University degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as Chief Accountant.
- Experience in international company having tight monthly closing deadlines.
- Experience in financial institution would be considered as advantage.
- Knowledge and experience in the full-cycle accounting process.
- Experience in preparation of IFRS compliant financial statements.
- Comprehensive local tax knowledge, including WHT, VAT and Import VAT.
- Experience in working with external auditors.
- Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS.
- Proficient computer skills (especially Excel), Sage X3 accounting software would be considered as advantage.
- Fluent reading, writing and communicating in English.
- Accuracy, punctuality and detail orientation.
- Ability to learn and grasp concepts quickly.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in accounting, finance or any other related field (Professional qualification is an added advantage).
- The applicant should be an affiliated member of Lesotho Institute of Accountants.
INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Strong financial analysis skills
- Get things done attitude
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficient knowledge in Microsoft office, particularly with Excel
- Ability to work with little to no supervision
The closing date is Friday, 18 April 2025.