Accountant

Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, investment proposals, and strategic projects. Conduct market research, demographic analysis, income analysis, and feasibility studies to assess the financial viability of new projects. Prepare financial analyses, investment papers, business cases, and management presentations to support strategic decision-making. Analyze financial performance, identify business trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency. Review financial statements, management accounts, and cash flow projections to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards. Collaborate with Finance Managers and cross-functional teams to gather financial information, validate project assumptions, and ensure data integrity. Prepare professional reports and presentation materials for senior management and stakeholders using Microsoft Office and AI-assisted tools. Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and investment evaluation activities. Perform financial due diligence, risk assessments, and return-on-investment (ROI) analyses for strategic initiatives. Undertake ad hoc financial and business analysis projects as assigned by management. Qualification Requirement Education Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent is preferred Experience Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Audit, Corporate Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, or Investment Analysis. Experience in financial modelling, feasibility studies, budgeting, forecasting, and business case preparation. Proven experience in financial statement analysis, management reporting, and analytical review. Exposure to multiple industries is an added advantage. Technical Competencies Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookup Functions, Financial Modelling) Microsoft PowerPoint Financial Modelling & Business Valuation Financial Statement Analysis Budgeting & Forecasting Investment & Feasibility Analysis ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, SQL, AutoCount, or equivalent) Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) for research and presentation development Soft Skills Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Excellent financial analysis and problem-solving abilities Strong presentation and communication skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Leadership potential with experience coordinating teams and mentoring junior staff