Finance Manager (Liberia)

Job Summary The Finance Manager/Supervisor oversees daily accounting operations, maintains financial integrity, and ensures compliance with statutory obligations. This role manages tax returns, examines financial workflows, and guarantees accurate book-keeping and safe document archiving. Key Responsibilities Tax Compliance & Filings o Prepare and file all statutory tax returns (e.g., PAYE, GST/VAT, Withholding Tax, and Corporate Income Tax) accurately and as they fall due. o Track changes in tax laws to prevent penalties and maintain proactive compliance. Payment Examination & Vetting o Examine, verify, and confirm all payment requisitions, supporting invoices, and vouchers before documents are submitted for payment. o Ensure proper authorization and adherence to internal financial controls for every transaction. Bookkeeping & Accounting Records o Maintain up-to-date and accurate books of accounts, general ledgers, and subsidiary ledgers. o Reconcile financial accounts regularly and ensure all business transactions are correctly categorized and recorded. Document Management & Archiving o Scan, index, and organize physical accounting documents, receipts, and payment vouchers into secure digital repositories. o Maintain clean, orderly physical filing systems (offline) alongside secure online systems for easy audit retrieval. Requirements & Qualifications • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Professional certifications (LIPCA, ACCA, or equivalent) are a strong plus. • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on accounting, tax administration, and supervisory experience. • Skills: Proficient in accounting software, advanced spreadsheets, tax portal navigation, and rigorous attention to detail.