COMPANY :
AMT CONGO SARL is a company with diverse operational interests in the Democratic Republic of Congo in Central Africa. It aims to be recognized in the sector for its products and the brands it deals with, in order to provide exceptional product support and logistics to customers in selected business sectors.
The company AMT CONGO employs hundreds of people who are responsible for the company's growth and continued success, with activities that began with battery manufacturing in 1989. Operationally, the company's business revolves around three branches: manufacturing, supply, and wholesale and retail sales.
To strengthen its team, AMT CONGO SARL is recruiting a Chief Accountant based in Kinshasa.
Job :
You will lead the accounting department and oversee the company's financial operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial reports, regulatory compliance, and efficient management of accounting procedures.
• Supervise and manage the accounting team, ensuring timely recording, reconciliation, and reporting of transactions.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and performance summaries for management and the group.
• Oversee accounts receivable and payable, ensuring prompt collections and payments.
• Monitor bank reconciliations and manage treasury.
• Conduct periodic inventory counts and supervise stock movements between different branches.
• Manage financial aspects related to imports, leasing contracts, and depreciation tracking.
• Manage relationships with external partners.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, legal obligations, and accounting standards.
• Implement accounting procedures and maintain internal controls.
• Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure proper documentation and archiving of financial records.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and best financial practices.
• Make strategic contributions to budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Support cost optimization and efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Review and validate reports related to logistics, warehouse operations, and cost control.
• Monitor local obligations regarding employee benefits, insurance, and expatriate management (visas, work permits, allowances, etc.).
• Evaluate financial implications of contracts, investments, and expansion projects.
• Present financial performance and recommendations to senior management.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Provide training on financial systems, compliance, and reporting standards.
• Foster collaboration between the finance department and other departments (operations, HR, logistics, purchasing).
• Ensure timely preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
Required profile :
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in accounting management or financial management positions.
• Strong command of accounting principles, financial analysis, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office tools.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Fluency in French is required.
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