Job ID:  750
Posting date:  Dec 10, 2024
Closing date:  Jan 02, 2025
Country/Region:  CD
City:  Kolwezi
Business Unit:  Global Glencore Copper
Department:  Finance
Job Type:  Permanent
Travel:  0 - 10%
Description: 

Watu Wetu SAS, WW SAS in acronym, is a company under Congolese law operating in Kolwezi, capital of the province of Lualaba in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the main activity of managing a medical service for businesses and A training center. WW SAS serves the companies Kamoto Copper Company SA and Mutanda Mining SARL which are its main shareholders.

The company covers the medical care of all employees of these two companies as well as their family members.

WW SAS comprises three facilities, namely Watu Wetu Clinic in Mumi, Watu Wetu City Site and Watu Wetu Hospital in KCC. With additional services provided by third-party healthcare facilities for employees and dependents located in Lubumbashi and Kinshasa, as well as those referred for specialized treatment not available in Kolwezi.

Watu Wetu SAS provides health services to a population of approximately 70,000 people.

Watu Wetu Sas / Medical

Kolwezi, Lualaba, DRC

Number of position(s): 01 (One)

Job Level: Management Staff

Type of contract: Permanent contract

Application deadline: January 2, 2025

 

Job Description

 

Reporting directly to the Finance Manager , the incumbent will be responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting operations and activities of the company, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and implementing financial strategies to support the growth and profitability of the business.

 

His responsibilities will include, among others, (non-exhaustive) the following:

 

  • Supervise and lead the finance and accounting team to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of financial services.
  • To manage the current accounting function.
  • Assist in the preparation of interim financial statements according to the revised SYSCOHADA accounting framework for management review, manage tax audits and tax assessments, income tax returns and other financial documents in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure effective financial management and control.
  • Responsible for compliance with financial and accounting policies and operational procedures defined by the company.
  • Ensure an appropriate internal control environment and execute, review and approve required internal control checklists.
  • Provide procurement control support through review and approval of all expenditure modes.
  • Ensure compliance with company procurement guidelines.
  • Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets and forecasts to monitor and report on the financial performance of the company.
  • Provide support to the finance manager regarding budgeting.
  • Help prepare the analysis management accounts (income and expense accounts).
  • Assist in the preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide financial information, advice and support for decision-making processes.
  • Maintain positive interpersonal relationships with team members and others by demonstrating productivity, initiative, flexibility, cooperation and commitment to the success of the Accounting and Finance team.

 

Job requirements.

 

Qualifications and experience.

 

  • Be of Congolese nationality.
  • French language proficiency
  • Hold a university degree in Economics/Finance/Commerce
  • Have a minimum of 4 to 8 years of work experience in a similar role.
  • Fluency in English is an asset.

 

Attitude / Behavior

 

  • Problem solving.
  • Teamwork
  • Professionalism, work ethic
  • Effective verbal, written and oral communication skills.
  • Time management skills
  • Ability to demonstrate professionalism at all times.
  • Demonstrate integrity, honesty, discretion and initiative and
  •  Demonstrate good team spirit with other staff members
  • Ability to interact with different cultures and at all levels in a multinational and multicultural environment.
  • Be patient and tolerant,
  • Ability to work under pressure while respecting quality and deadlines
  • Meticulous attention to detail and a high degree of precision.

 

Technical skills

 

  • Proven professional experience as a finance and accounting superintendent
  • In-depth knowledge of financial management and analysis
  • In-depth knowledge of the DRC tax system.
  • knowledge of tax accounting.
  • Solid understanding of the OHADA accounting system and IAS/IFRS accounting.
  • Solid understanding of cost and management accounting
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and concepts.
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software (SAP)
  • Hands-on experience with ORB Fusion application
  • Computer skills, including ability to use computerized accounting and spreadsheets.
  • Ability to prioritize based on due dates,
  • Ability to calculate, publish and manage accounting figures and financial documents
  • Analytical mind have basic knowledge of mathematics