Job Purpose: The Group MIS Manager is responsible for managing the consolidation process across the organization using Oracle’s FCCS system. This includes overseeing the preparation and consolidation of financial statements, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, and ensuring compliance with IFRS requirements. The role involves collaborating with multiple finance teams, improving the consolidation process, and leveraging technology to streamline reporting functions.Job ResponsibilitiesFinancial Consolidation and Reporting· Oversee the monthly and annual financial consolidation processes for actuals, budget and forecast using the FCCS system, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission of consolidated financial statements.· Ensure the financial reports submitted by the subsidiaries are aligned with IFRS, group accounting policies and corporate guidelines to streamline the reporting and consolidation.· Ensure monthly preparation and submission of Inter Company Reconciliation and MIS Checklist by all the subsidiaries.· Leverage advanced consolidation tools and strive for increased automation to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial consolidation processes· Prepare the consolidated balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and other necessary reports and presentation to share with the FP&A team for further analysis.Process Optimization and System Management· Lead the continuous improvement of the financial consolidation process by evaluating and optimizing the use of the FCCS system and associated reporting tools.· Collaborate with IT and finance teams to troubleshoot issues, streamline workflows, and enhance the functionality of the consolidation system.· Implement best practices in data gathering, financial modelling, and reporting to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the consolidation process.· Monitor system integration and ensure proper functioning of data interfaces between FCCS and other financial management systems (e.g., ERP, reporting tools).Financial Reporting· Monitor month-end process execution by the group subsidiaries and accuracy of its reporting· Develop and maintain standard management reporting pack together with Group FP&A, leveraging financial reporting and consolidation tool(s).· Continuously monitor financial performance against forecasts and budgets, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities to improve financial outcomes.· Drive process improvements and enhance the quality and timeliness of financial reporting through automation and data-driven insights.Statutory Reporting· Oversee and coordinate the preparation of statutory accounts for all Group entities, including the accuracy of Corporate Income Tax provision, whilst ensuring strict adherence to IFRS, company law, and corporate accounting policies within established deadlines.· Preparation of statutory consolidated financial statement of the group in compliance with IFRS, company law, and corporate accounting policies.· Act as the primary contact for the external audit process for the consolidated financial statements, ensuring timely and effective communication and compliance with regulatory standards.Balance Sheet Reviews· Lead periodic balance sheet reviews with business units to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Group accounting policies and relevant standards.· Collaborate closely with business unit finance teams to identify and resolve discrepancies, improve balance sheet management, and maintain consistent financial controls.· Analyze balance sheet components, including assets, liabilities, and equity accounts, to assess financial health, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions where necessary.· Develop and implement standardized review protocols and reporting templates to ensure a consistent approach to balance sheet management across all units.· Provide strategic insights and recommendations to enhance the accuracy and reliability of balance sheet reporting, supporting informed decision-making and risk mitigationAutomation and IT Process Improvement· Lead IT-driven process improvement and automation initiatives related to consolidation, leveraging data-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.· Collaborate with IT and other relevant departments to evaluate, deploy, and optimize ERP systems and other financial technologies to automate workflows, improve reporting accuracy, and reduce manual interventions.