Head of Financial Reporting Unit

About the role

The Head of Financial Reporting Unit will lead a team responsible for producing accurate, compliant financial reports for the bank. This senior position ensures adherence to national and international regulations while driving efficiency through automation and process improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial reporting templates that comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and CIFRS standards.
• Generate error‑free reports by preparing, tracking, analyzing cash flow, resource usage, business performance, and financial statements.
• Analyze balance‑sheet and profit‑and‑loss movements period‑over‑period and flag unreasonable variances.
• Review audit and SECC reports submitted by team members and monitor overall report quality.
• Participate in new product testing and launches to ensure financial data accuracy.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to design automation tools and streamlined reporting workflows.
• Delegate tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely, accurate delivery of reports.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audit fieldwork.
• Stay current on reporting laws and regulations and communicate updates to management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field; CAT or ACCA qualification is a plus.
• Minimum three years of finance and accounting experience, preferably in a Big Four accounting firm.
• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Internal Auditing Standards.
• Excellent reconciling and reporting abilities.
• Strong supervisory, analytical, problem‑solving, presentation, time‑management and interpersonal skills.

Required skills

• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Internal Auditing Standards
• Financial reporting

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a high‑impact reporting function within a major bank.
• Collaborative environment with cross‑functional teams.
• Professional development and exposure to regulatory compliance.