Main duties

• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS for the bank, its subsidiary and its holding company.
• Preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Regulatory reporting in line with Bank of Mauritius and other statutory requirements.
• Timely preparation and filing of tax returns with the MRA.
• Monitoring of general ledger.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, regulators and relevant stakeholders.
• Define and adhere to policies, processes, procedures and controls.
• Ensure compliance to banking regulations.
• Provide support to finance projects.

Prerequisites

• Fully qualified ACCA member.
• Minimum 5 year’s post qualification experience, preferably in the banking or financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS.
• Sound knowledge of the local tax regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Ms Office.
• Sound knowledge of a banking or accounting software.
• Ability to demonstrate managerial capabilities.
• Possesses good understanding of internal control systems in a banking or financial Institution.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adherence to deadlines.

Skills

• Significant experience in financial reporting, with strong knowledge of IFRS and preparation of financial statements.
• Hands-on experience in regulatory reporting, financial consolidation and statutory compliance within a banking or financial services environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify financial issues, assess risks and implement effective solutions.
• Proven managerial and leadership skills, with the ability to lead, motivate and develop a finance team.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills, with a strong focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines to detail.
• Stakeholder management skills.