Manager – Accounts (x2) – Mazars Botswana

Mazars is an international, integrated and independent organization, specializing in audit, accounting, tax and advisory services. Mazars Botswana has over 200 professionals operating from the head-office in Gaborone and six other branches located in Lobatse, Ghanzi, Maun, Selebi-Phikwe, Francistown and Palapye. We currently have the following vacancies.

VACANCY:

Position Title: Manager – Accounts (x2)

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

– Manage client portfolios independently – From planning resources and managing teams, to finalising and submitting documents to BURS within prescribed deadlines;

– Prepare reports & analysis of financial information;

– Work closely with the IT department of various clients for purposes of reporting, developing and implementing customised accounting processes, and developing financial and accounting policies;

– The ability to work closely with the Firm’s IT department for purposes of reporting, developing and implementing customised finance and accounting software and systems;

– Carry out due diligence exercises and business valuations for clients;

– Train, coach and develop trainees and staff.

Qualifications:

– The applicants should be a CA/ACCA/CPA/CIMA qualified professional,

– A member of Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA), or possess eligibility of the same.

Experience:

– A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of finance & accounts, budgeting, MIS, taxation and financial analysis including WC management;

– Experience in any accounting software, such as QuickBooks, is a pre-requisite;

– Experience in developing financial policies is an added advantage;

– Experience in the implementation of SAP and other computer applications is an added advantage.

Person Specification:

– In depth knowledge of accounting, transfer pricing issues and taxation legislation;

– Detail oriented;

– Proficient in English & MS Office

– Good written and verbal communication skills;