CHIEF ACCOUNTANT -REVENUE -NPAZ 315 views

Job Title: Chief Accountant – Revenue

Duty Station: Head Office

Reports to: Director, Finance

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee the revenue accounting function, including invoicing, revenue recognition, and account reconciliations.
2. Ensure compliance with accounting standards related to revenue recognition and financial reporting.
3. Develop and maintain policies and procedures for revenue accounting to ensure accurate and timely processing of transactions.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align revenue processes and reporting.
5. Prepare and analyze revenue reports and forecasts to provide insights for senior management.
6. Lead month-end and year-end closing processes related to revenue accounts, ensuring timely delivery of financial statements.
7. Manage audits related to revenue recognition and respond to auditor inquiries.
8. Train and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
9. Monitor changes in revenue recognition standards and recommend updates to accounting practices as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance,
• Master’s degree in Financial Accounting is an added advantage
• Completed Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, GCI).
• Registered Public Accountant with Public Accountant and
Auditors Board

Competencies

1. A minimum of 8 years of public sector accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
2. In-depth knowledge of revenue recognition principles and accounting standards.
3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating across departments.
5. Proficient in SAP.