Job Description

. Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Annual Financial Statements

• Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements for the Company and its subsidiaries in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Prepare interim financial reporting schedules, supporting calculations and disclosure notes for review by the Manager.
• Assist with the preparation of year-end financial reporting packs and statutory financial statements.
• Perform reconciliations and verify the accuracy and completeness of financial information used in financial reporting.
• Research new and revised IFRS requirements and summarise their potential impact for consideration by the Manager.
• Assist in preparing accounting position papers and technical accounting memoranda for review by the Manager.
• Support the assessment and documentation of appropriate accounting treatments for transactions in accordance with applicable IFRS requirements.
• Monitor financial reporting deadlines and assist in ensuring the timely completion of reporting deliverables.
• Maintain organised records of financial statements, working papers and supporting documentation.

3.2 External Audit Support

• Coordinate the preparation and submission of audit schedules, supporting documentation and working papers under the guidance of the Manager.
• Assist with coordinating the annual external audit process and monitoring the progress of audit activities.
• Serve as a day-to-day coordination contact for routine auditor requests, escalating technical matters and significant queries to the Manager.
• Track audit information requests and follow up with relevant departments to ensure timely submission of information.
• Assist in investigating and resolving audit queries by gathering relevant financial information and supporting evidence.
• Maintain an audit query tracker and monitor outstanding items to ensure they are addressed within agreed timelines.
• Document audit findings and assist in coordinating management responses.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions arising from external audit findings and report outstanding matters to the Manager.

3.3 Internal Audit and Internal Controls

• Assist the Manager with planning and coordinating risk-based internal audit activities.
• Conduct assigned reviews of financial transactions, operational processes and compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Test the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls in accordance with approved audit plans.
• Document audit procedures performed, evidence obtained, findings identified and recommendations made.
• Identify potential control weaknesses and report findings to the Manager for assessment and further action.
• Assist with investigations into suspected irregularities, fraud risks or control breaches when assigned.
• Maintain a register of internal audit findings and monitor progress against agreed corrective actions.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving internal controls, operational efficiency and compliance with established procedures.

3.4 Tax Management and Compliance

• Assist in preparing corporate income tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE), withholding tax and other applicable tax returns.
• Compile tax computations, reconciliations and supporting documentation for review and approval by the Manager.
• Maintain a tax compliance calendar and monitor submission and payment deadlines.
• Assist in reconciling tax accounts and investigating differences between accounting records and tax returns.
• Support the preparation of responses to routine tax queries and information requests from tax authorities.
• Assist in preparing documentation for tax audits, inspections and reviews.
• Monitor changes in applicable tax legislation and communicate relevant developments to the Manager.
• Identify and escalate potential tax discrepancies, exposures and compliance risks.
• Assist with transfer pricing, international tax and cross-border tax compliance documentation where applicable.
• Ensure that tax records and supporting documents are properly maintained and readily available for review.

3.5 Corporate Governance and Regulatory Compliance

• Assist in monitoring compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, licence conditions and internal policies.
• Maintain a compliance calendar covering statutory submissions, regulatory reporting and other compliance obligations.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of statutory documents and regulatory reports, subject to the Manager's review and approval where required.
• Maintain records of regulatory filings, correspondence, compliance certificates and supporting documentation.
• Assist in preparing information for regulatory inspections, external reviews and compliance assessments.
• Identify potential compliance gaps and escalate these to the Manager.
• Support the review and updating of internal policies, procedures and compliance checklists.

3.6 Risk Management

• Assist in maintaining and updating the corporate risk register.
• Gather information from relevant departments to support the identification and assessment of financial reporting, taxation, regulatory and operational risks.
• Monitor the status of agreed risk mitigation actions and follow up with responsible individuals.
• Assist in preparing risk reports and highlighting overdue actions, emerging risks and potential compliance concerns.
• Escalate significant or emerging risks to the Manager in a timely manner.

3.7 Management Reporting and Administration

• Prepare periodic reports and status updates for review by the Manager covering:
• External and internal audit findings and recommendations.
• Tax compliance status and upcoming deadlines.
• IFRS and accounting developments.
• Statutory and regulatory compliance matters.
• Maintain accurate registers, trackers and supporting documentation for reporting, audit, tax and compliance activities.
• Assist in compiling management reports and presentations for senior management and governance committees.
• Follow up on outstanding information and action items with relevant departments.
• Perform other related duties reasonably assigned by the Manager within the scope of the role.