Company Overview
The re-established Saurer Group has 160 years of experience enhancing textile production processes. We drive innovation in productivity, product lifespan, and service, focusing on customer needs and striving for excellence in all we do.
Job Summary
Manage financial operations including monthly closing, reporting, forecasting, audit coordination, and compliance to support business performance and regulatory adherence in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage monthly financial closing and reporting to ensure accuracy and timely delivery for management review
- Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages for senior management decision-making
- Develop weekly group cash flow forecasts to support liquidity planning and financial stability
- Coordinate audit schedules and liaise effectively with auditors and tax consultants to ensure compliance
- Maintain fixed assets register in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
- Ensure timely submission of GST and adherence to tax compliance obligations
- Perform variance analysis to identify financial discrepancies and support corrective actions
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes to align financial plans with business objectives
- Post journal entries including payroll, accruals, FRS 116, tax, revaluation, and interest to maintain accurate ledgers
- Participate in year-end stock counts and inventory verification to validate asset records
- Manage withholding tax and other regulatory requirements to ensure legal compliance
- Create, amend, and update accounts receivable and accounts payable master files for accurate financial records
- Conduct surveys related to EDB, JTC, ISO, and other regulatory bodies as required
- Utilize SAP, COGNOS, and ERP-AS400 systems to perform financial and operational tasks efficiently
Required competencies and certifications
- ACCA/CPA certification, Degree in Accountancy or equivalent qualification
- Minimum 5 to 7 years of relevant accounting or financial experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in Cost and Management Accounting with strong management skills
- Ability to analyze financial data and solve problems effectively while meeting deadlines
- High attention to detail with demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills
- Commitment to a 1-year contract term
