DEPARTMENT MANAGER

The Accounting Department Manager oversees the daily operations of the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and effective management of the accounting team. They act as a bridge between accounting staff and senior management.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee preparation of financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual)

• Ensure accuracy of general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations

• Review and approve balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports

• Monitor financial performance and analyze variances

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) and local regulations

• Oversee tax preparation, filings, and audits

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to prevent errors and fraud

• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Manage, train, and evaluate accounting staff

• Assign tasks and ensure deadlines are met

• Develop team skills and improve workflow efficiency

• Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement

Budgeting & Planning

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes

• Monitor expenses and control costs

• Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions

• Assist senior management with long-term financial planning

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee accounting systems and ERP software

• Improve accounting processes for efficiency and accuracy

• Implement new accounting policies, tools, or procedures

• Ensure proper documentation of accounting processes

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Work closely with finance, operations, HR, and procurement

• Support management with financial data and analysis

• Communicate financial results clearly to non-financial stakeholders