JOB SUMMARY

Supports the finance team in maintaining strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and improving the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting. The role involves also assisting in the review and documentation of financial processes, performing control testing, identifying risks or control gaps, and helping implement corrective actions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial Control Support

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of financial control processes.
• Assist in physical inventories across Medine BU’s.
• Support Finance Specialist - Controls and help ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.

2. Reporting and Documentation

• Help prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for review.
• Maintain and update financial records and databases, ensuring they reflect current transactions and balances.

3. Process Improvement

• Identify and suggest improvements to internal processes for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work closely with Finance Specialist - Controls to implement best practices in financial control procedures.
• Support the automation and streamlining of financial control functions, where applicable.

4. Data Analysis & Reconciliation

• Assist with the analysis of financial data to identify discrepancies, trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Collaborate with different departments to clarify financial data and resolve any issues.

5. Compliance and Risk Management

• Monitor financial transactions and flag any irregularities or potential risks.
• Assist in the identification and mitigation of financial risks by adhering to company policies and controls. 

6. Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with other teams (e.g, accounting, procurement, operations) to ensure smooth coordination of financial processes.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations for meetings.
• Communicate findings and issues to Finance Specialists - Controls in a clear and concise manner.

CANDIDATE’S PROFILE

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Higher School Certificate or Equivalent 
• Minimum 1 Year of experience in Finance Sector.

KEY COMPETENCES

• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures. 
• Knowledge of related computer applications.  
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. 
• Good planning and organizing skills. 
• Able to work under pressure. 
• Attention to details, and ability to be multi-task in the finance department. 
• Cooperative and willing to assist others.  
• Good communication and coordination with colleagues.