As a Team Lead for the Shared Service Centre (SSC), the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting of IFZA customers, managing a team of professionals, whilst complying with the organization’s policies and procedures and ensuring the necessary checks and balances are performed, in order to deliver an effective and efficient end to end service for customers.
Main responsibilities:
Leading in implementing the SSC strategy within the organization including
ongoing set up, running and growth of the division
Managing relationships and providing daily partnering support to customers on their financial packages
Developing and implementing procedure documentation in line with the internal controls and promoting operational efficiency
Actively adding value by mentoring and developing the team while ensuring full compliance with all policies according to the company
Completing final reviews on all reporting information being submitted to customers and ensuring compliance with audit level standards
Ensuring adherence to all IFRS standards and correct application by the team
Acting as a competent contact person for various inquiries relating to your area of responsibility and advising your team on the fundamentals of accounting
Proactively identifying service delivery issues and taking appropriate action
Identifying and supporting standardization and continuous improvement initiatives within the SSC
Monitoring the ongoing automated activities and ensuring continuity of daily tasks
Overseeing the final preparation of financial statements for customers monthly
Giving regular updates and performing analysis on the running of the SSC to senior management
Managing numerous projects/testing as and when required by the SSC
Assisting in and/or carrying out ad hoc tasks to fully support the business vision
Requirements
Degree in Accounting or Finance
Professional accounting qualification (from a recognized accounting body) preferred
Minimum 3-5 years’ accounting experience
Minimum 1-2 years’ management experience desired
Should have good exposure to IFRS
Full English proficiency is required
Additional spoken languages are a plus
Highly competent in the fundamentals of accounting (IFRS knowledge is preferred)
Strong analytical skills as well as process oriented
Excellent communication skills
Prior working knowledge in ERP systems is beneficial
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Power Point etc
Benefits
International team (over 50 nationalities)
24 annual leave days
Annual flight home
Life insurance plan
Medical insurance plan (with the option to upgrade at your own cost)
Access to exclusive Fazaa discounts (applicable in participating retail stores, food & beverage outlets, fitness clubs, cinemas, theme parks, clinics, and more)
Invitations to participate in various company functions, staff events, and department team building events
Opportunities to learn, develop and grow with the organization
Being part of a motivated team and Moving-Forward-Company-Culture
