Job Description

Position Summary

The Financial Accountant will manage NBA Africa's accounting functions, ensuring accurate and compliant financial records. This role is essential for supporting accounting processes, preparing financial statements, and assisting with audits, while providing insights for improved financial management and efficiency

Major Responsibilities

General Accounting:

Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance

Financial Statements Preparation:

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with NBA policies and local standards

Reconciliation:

Conduct regular bank, balance sheet, and inter-company reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies

Expense Tracking:

Monitor, record, and report on expenses, ensuring they align with budget and financial policies

Internal Controls:

Support internal control processes, ensuring adherence to NBA standards and local regulations

Audit Support:

Assist with internal and external audit preparations, providing required documentation and addressing audit inquiries

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure NBA Africa's financial records and reports comply with local accounting regulations and NBA policies

Variance Analysis:

Perform analysis of variances between budgeted and actual performance, providing insights for adjustments and improvements

Tax Compliance:

Prepare tax returns and support local tax compliance, working closely with the finance team and external consultants as needed

Reporting:

Generate periodic financial reports to support the Financial Manager and senior finance team with key insights

Fixed Asset Management:

Track, depreciate, and report on NBA Africa's fixed assets to ensure accurate financial records

Required Skills/Knowledge

Technical Accounting Skills:

Proficient in IFRS and GAAP with a strong understanding of general ledger functions and financial statement preparation

Analytical Ability:

Skilled at performing reconciliations and variance analysis to ensure data accuracy

Attention to Detail:

Highly accurate in data entry, reconciliations, and reporting tasks

Technical Proficiency:

Skilled in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Communication:

Clear and effective communicator, able to explain financial data to team members

Organizational Skills:

Strong time management skills, able to meet deadlines and manage multiple accounting tasks effectively

Experience Needed

3+ years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or a related field, ideally within a multinational or sports organization Proven experience in preparing financial statements, conducting reconciliations, and supporting audits

Educational Background Required

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field * CFA or similar certification is a plus