Our client in the mining industry is recruiting an Assistant Accountant to assist the Head Office Accountant in his/her duties within the group:

Main responsibilities:

• Process and settle invoices on the ERP system
• Reconcile vendor accounts at the end of each month
• Liaise with vendors on all queries as and when required
• Update cash book daily
• Prepare cash plan for Head office
• Post banking transactions on the ERP system daily
• Reconcile weekly and post monthly bank revaluation
• Assist in the filing of various approved tax returns
• Ensure files and journal vouchers are kept up to date
• Inform country accountants when offsetting payments on behalf of subsidiaries
• Extract trial balances and general ledger listings as and when required on the ERP system
• Assist auditors and audit Manager on queries
• Assist in review and implementation of an effective system of internal control procedures
• Review, develop and implement sound financial policies, processes and procedures and ensure compliance with all regulatory and internal control requirements
• Perform ad-hoc duties as requested by the head office accountant

Qualification & Experience:

• Degree in accounting
• Bilingual (English/French)
• Good excel skills
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar position

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Our Client in the Construction sector is looking for a Commercial Manager.

Mission:

Oversee and manage the financial key performance indicators (KPIs) of projects. Offer financial direction and instruction to the project team, ensuring they understand key aspects of the contract.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare BOQ and take off of quantities
• Prepare progress claim and ensure same is submitted at the correct time and subsequently follow up on certificates
• Liaise with sub-contractors and prepare sub-contract agreement and progress payment as per agreed allowable
• Prepare and monitor wages for expat workers for internal render department
• Perform site measurement for both sub-contractors’ payment and monthly application
• Liaise with Team Leaders and Client to follow-up on variation of works and pricing of same on a constant basis
• Prepare cost report and monitor cost for on-going contracts
• Liaise with consultant / client for final account
• To perform any cognate duties as may be assigned by Management

Skills:

• Written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear reports in order to convey complex information in a simple way to a diverse range of people
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and develop relationships
• Numerical and data analysis skills
• Creative and innovative approach to problem solving
• IT skills and the ability to learn sophisticated design and costing IT packages
• Team work skills and the ability to motivate and lead those on site
• Project management skills
• Resilience, determination and the ability to work well under pressure
• Good commercial awareness
• Practical, logical and methodical approach to work
• Attention to detail
• Detailed knowledge of past and current building and construction technology, processes, materials, business and legal matters

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Operations Manager

Our Client in the Construction Sector is looking for an Operations Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees regional construction sites, general contractors, and workers to ensure a high level of quality and safety.
• Assists technically the Site Managers.

• Plans, Schedules and Manages construction project activities in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
• Identifies, evaluates and manages all risks related to project implementation.

• Reviews Requests for Information and Requests for Proposal and Change Orders.
• Participates on a regular basis in developing new construction methods.
• Guarantees that all work is performed in accordance with approved manuals and procedures.
• Ensures that the project is constructed and documented in accordance with the contract documents and good engineering practices.
• Develops and maintains project cost/ change controls, and project budget in line with accounting procedures.
• Determine labour requirements and dispatch workers to construction sites, develop operating strategies, plans and procedures.
• Performs change order estimating and assists the Site Manager in change order negotiations.
• Coordinates and monitors procurement schedule
• Assists in managing and reviewing the progress of contractors’ construction schedules.
• Reviews weekly and monthly reports on the status and progress of the contracts, including project costs and potential changes.
• Prepares detailed, accurate and timely project reports including work schedules, implementations, deviations, change in subcontractors, customer issues and other related problems.
• Initiates and implements best practices, procedures and standards in compliance with Company’s Regulations and Health & Safety Regulations.
• Ensures Quality Assurance are met, and prepares and implements Control procedures during execution of the works.
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills and ability to manage and motivate a team with a non-adversarial approach.
• Takes actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction site. Prepares and implements work plans to mitigate the delays accrued.
• Attends client program meetings as needed.
• Any other cognate duties.

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Our client is currently looking for an Accountant

Job summary :

The employee will be responsible for providing Financial & Accounting support to the company and its clients. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of activities.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Ensure accounting reporting is completed according to the deadlines
• Manage cash book, debit cards, management accounts and fixed asset register
• Compile and prepare annual financial statements
• Budget preparation and submission
• Ensure tax/ VAT related queries are handled
• International banking and payments administration
• payroll administration
• Preparing monthly invoicing for company's clients
• Cash Flow preparation when requested (including the monitoring the banks and balance)
• Process payments 
• Daily and weekly reporting 
• Provide training to new and existing staff as needed
• Variance analysis between actual and budget on a daily basis
• Complete special projects, and miscellaneous duties as prescribed by management

SKILLS, ABILITIES & COMPETENCIES

• Excellent Excel Skills (experience in V-look ups and pivot tables)
• Analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Problem Solving & Decision-Making abilities
• Attention to details
• Must be adaptable and show initiative
• Must be able to interact with all levels of the business
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English – a must
• Understanding of Google sheets and Gmail – preferred

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Finance/ Accounting Degree
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• 3-6 years’ experience within a financial controller, big-4 accounting firm, or in similar position
• Registered Accountant – an advantage
• Previous experience in a similar role for online payments, gambling, online trading company - an advantage

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Our Client in the Financial sector is looking for a Head of Risk, Legal and Compliance

Job Summary

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Risk, Legal and Compliance is responsible for:

• Ensuring the Compliance of the Group to existing laws and regulations. (Mauritius).
• Ensuring the implementation and updating of the Compliance Framework across the Group (Mauritius).
• Providing legal opinion and support to operational clusters (Mauritius. Occasionally Africa).
• Implementing and monitoring the Risk Management framework for the Group (Mauritius and Africa).
• Overview the Complaints coordination and reporting to the Ombudsperson for Financial Services

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the Group’s Risk, legal, and compliance activities.
• Responsible for legal and advisory matters, drafting and reviewing of contracts, legal research, client, and business front line support as well as all other related matters.
• Supervise Group’s Compliance in line with applicable laws and regulations.
• Implement and supervise corporate-wide Compliance Framework, policies, and programs.
• Supervise compliance risk tolerances, associated performance thresholds and monitor business adherence.
• Ensure proper identification and implementation of Compliance projects across the Group.
• Act as Group’s MLRO.
• Implement and supervise corporate-wide the Risk Management Framework, policies and programs covering business, financial, operational, and regulatory risks.
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments and industry initiatives and advise Management accordingly.
• Supervise the management of the Risk department and oversee risk related projects with HODs.
• Report to the Board Risk Committee.
• Act as Group Risk Officer.
• Respond to the Regulator on behalf of the Group for Legal, Compliance and Risk matters.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPI) to manage the department(s) efficiently.
• Assist and report to the Executive Committee and/or the CEO of internal and external issues that affect the Company.
• Act as a professional advisor to the executive committee and the CEO.
• Represent the Company at community activities to enhance the Company’s profile.
• Facilitate communication within the department and management team, relaying information promptly to enhance team efficiency and spirit.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Undergraduate and/or Post-Graduate qualifications in Law and Management would be an advantage
• 5 to 10 years at Management level, ideally within a Group Structure
• Experience as MLRO and Compliance Executive, would be an advantage

Pre-requisites

• Fully conversant with English and French law
• Fully conversant with FSC and other regulatory directives and guidelines
• Have the competencies to act as MLRO and Compliance Officer
• Ability to interact with Senior Management and Board members
• Ability to prepare and provide presentation to the Board
• Excellent communication skills (both written / verbal in English & French)
• Excellent interpersonal skills coupled with strong presentations skills
• Ability to think strategically
• Analytical skills and the ability to solve complex issues clearly and concisely
• Strong negotiation skills

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Our client in the insurance sector is recruiting an Insurance Officer

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Handle corporate clients’ portfolio of general insurances
• Assist clients in claim procedures
• Invoicing and premium collection
• Provide customer service
• Handle new business
• Comply to the internal QMS requirements
• Reporting

Qualification and Experience:

• Minimum HSC holder
• Insurance Qualifications (CII)
• At least 3 years’ experience in general insurance

Skills:

• Quick Learner
• Able to work independently
• Conversant with Microsoft Office
• Good communication skills

Profile Description:

• Pleasant personality
• Professional
• Fluent in English & French

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To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate