Senior Finance Specialist

Job Purpose:The Senior Finance Specialist (Inventory & Fixed Assets) is responsible for accurate accounting, control, and reporting of inventory and fixed assets in line with IFRS and company policies. The role manages inventory across Retail, F&B, and Spare Parts, and oversees the fixed asset lifecycle, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and reporting. It supports financial integrity, audit readiness, and effective asset management across projects and operating entities.Key Accountability Areas:Fixed Assets Lifecycle ManagementManage the full fixed asset lifecycle (creation, capitalization, transfers, depreciation, impairments, disposals) in line with accounting standardsMonitor AUC/CWIP and ensure timely and accurate capitalization upon project completionMaintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset Register with the General Ledger and Trial BalanceEnsure accurate asset classification, tagging, and useful life assignmentReview CAPEX transactions and validate CAPEX vs OPEX classificationInventory Management:Monitor and validate inventory movements across ERP and warehouse systemsPerform stock counts, cycle counts, and reconciliations, including variance analysisSupport inventory valuation, including provisions, obsolescence, and write-offs (IAS 2)Ensure accurate recording of inventory balances and consumption flowsAccounting, Reporting & Reconciliation:Prepare and post depreciation, inventory, and related journal entriesSupport month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activitiesPerform sub-ledger to GL reconciliations (inventory and fixed assets)Prepare reports and schedules for management reporting and finance leadershipControls, Compliance & Audit:Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal policies, capitalization thresholds, and DoASupport internal and external audits through documentation, reconciliations, and explanationsParticipate in physical asset verification and inventory counts; resolve discrepanciesStakeholder Coordination & Process Improvement:Coordinate with Procurement, Projects, Operations, and Finance on asset and inventory transactionsReview PRs, POs, and invoices to ensure correct accounting treatmentIdentify and drive process improvements and system enhancementsSupport data accuracy and utilization across ERP/sub-systemsFunctional AccountabilitiesSystems & ToolsERP systems (e.g., SAP - FI/MM)Inventory / warehouse management systemsFixed asset sub-ledgers and project systemsReporting tools (Excel, BI)RequirementsKNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCEKNOWLEDGEMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.Professional Certifications:Professional certificate in Finance or Accounting certification (i.e. E.g. CPA, SOCPA, CFA, CFP) is preferred but not mandatoryRequired Experience2 - 3 years of experience in Fixed Assets or Financial AccountingStrong knowledge of IFRS, particularly IAS 16, IAS 36, and IAS 38Working knowledge of IFRS inventory accounting (IAS 2) and internal controlsExperience working in ERP-driven environments (ERP systems e.g., SAP - FI)