Accounting Operational Analyst

Job Purpose

Key Accountabilities

Operational Accounting

• Review and consolidate branch-level accounting data across the eight African branches
• Support month-end and year-end closing, including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries
• Ensure accurate recording of manufacturing, inventory, and cost of goods sold transactions
• Reconcile intercompany balances and branch accounts
• Monitor compliance with company accounting policies and applicable local and international standards (e.g., IFRS)

Cost and Performance Analysis

• Analyze production costs, inventory movements, and margins by branch and product line
• Prepare variance analyses comparing actual results to budgets and forecasts
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and operational inefficiencies
• Track key operational KPIs and highlight trends and anomalies

Reporting and Insights

• Prepare regular management reports and dashboards for finance leadership and branch managers
• Translate financial data into clear, actionable recommendations
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Prepare ad hoc analyses for management on request

Systems and Process Improvement

• Work with ERP and accounting systems to improve data quality and reporting accuracy
• Automate recurring reports and reconciliations where possible
• Help design and document new operational accounting processes, as this is a newly created function
• Coordinate with branch finance teams, supply chain, and operations on data and process issues

Audit and Controls

• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation
• Help strengthen internal controls across branches

Qualifications

Competencies