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Management Accountant

Mauritius Permanent View Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of local and international entities, preparing management information, supporting statutory reporting, coordinating audits and providing financial analysis to management. The role requires a technically strong individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced multinational environment and is capable of taking ownership of deliverables while supporting junior team members
  • Supporting junior team members
  • Strong IFRS knowledge

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established organisation within the Financial Services sector, known for its focus on delivering high-quality solutions. The company offers a structured and professional working environment.

Job Description

  • Prepare and review monthly management accounts for multiple entities within agreed deadlines.
  • Analyse monthly financial performance, identify key business drivers and investigate material variances.
  • Produce monthly management reporting packs including KPI analysis and commentary.
  • Prepare cash flow forecasts and liquidity reports.
  • Prepare and review IFRS-compliant statutory financial statements.
  • Prepare and review tax computations and supporting schedules.
  • Prepare complex balance sheet reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
  • Review accounting entries and ensure compliance with accounting policies and IFRS.
  • Coordinate external audits and liaise directly with auditors to resolve audit queries.
  • Liaise with business units across multiple jurisdictions to obtain financial information and resolve accounting issues.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes.
  • Assist Group Reporting, Treasury, Corporate Finance and Tax teams with financial information and analysis.
  • Supervise and review the work of junior finance staff where required, providing coaching and guidance.
  • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and internal controls.
  • Perform any other duties as required by management.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Management Accountant should have:

  • ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified or finalist (completion expected within 12 months).
  • 4-6 years' relevant experience.
  • Previous external audit experience (Big 4 or recognised audit firm preferred).
  • Experience within a commercial or multinational environment after audit will be a strong advantage.
  • Experience preparing statutory financial statements under IFRS.
  • Experience managing multiple entities simultaneously.
  • Previous experience supervising or reviewing junior staff is advantageous.



Technical Expertise

  • Strong IFRS knowledge.
  • Experience preparing annual financial statements
  • Strong understanding of management accounting principles.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Experience using Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems.
  • Strong understanding of month-end and year-end reporting processes.
  • Exposure to tax computations and audit coordination.



Key Competencies

  • Strong analytical and commercial thinking.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Strong planning and organisational skills.
  • Ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.
  • Comfortable working under pressure during reporting deadlines.

What's on Offer

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Management Accountant, apply today to join a company that values expertise and precision!

Contact
Zaheerah Keramuth
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7000718
Phone number
+230 460 8976

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Management Accountant
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Mauritius
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Zaheerah Keramuth
Consultant phone
+230 460 8976
Job Reference
JN-042026-7000718