Finance Controller

About the job

About The Role

G4S Security Services Cameroon PLC, a global leader in Security  services, is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to oversee and manage their accounting and financial reporting functions. This is a key leadership position reporting directly to the Finance Director, with responsibility for maintaining financial systems, ensuring compliance with the legislation, the Group Finance Controls (GFC) , and leading an accounting team of about 16 full-time employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the accounting and financial reporting functions.

• Ensure accurate and timely financial information.

• Maintain and develop internal control procedures to protect company assets.

• Prepare and review budgets, financial projections, and monthly financial statements.

• Coordinate the preparation and filing of the state, and international tax returns with  third-party firms.

• Ensure compliance with any new accounting standards and emerging guidance.

• Coordinate external financial statement audits and prepare requested documents.

• Compliance with accounting policies and procedures.

• Manage the maintenance of fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.

• Resolve accounting and financial management issues in collaboration with team members.

• Supervise, train, and evaluate the direct reports.

• Review general ledger reconciliations prepared by staff accountants.

• Monitor and report job status activity and job profitability.

• Maintain relationships with bankers, external accountants, and insurance agents.

• Oversee payroll processing and benefit administration with a third-party service provider.

• Assist with special projects and assignments related to financial decisions.

• Serve as an informational resource for state Audits, and internal and external auditors.

• Ensure compliance with local, state regulations.

• Provide financial management support for projects as requested by Senior Management.

• Offer financial advice and proactively prepare for future requirements.
  
  

Qualifications

• A key leadership role in a leading global company.

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.