Assistant Financial Controller

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Accounts, (Master’s Degree in Business Administration preferred), with 10+ years of experience in Accounts, Annual Budgeting, Preparing Dashboards within a hospital or clinical setting. Reports to: Co- Founder & Director

Role Summary The Assistant Financial Controller plays a key role in overseeing the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory standards, and contributes to strategic financial planning, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and audit requirements. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, analytical, and experienced in managing accounting functions.

General Duties

• Performs other appropriate and related duties as assigned by the Reporting-Head to meet departmental objectives
• Continuously look for ways to streamline and improve workflow
• Assist with quarterly/annual audit as required without compromising the regular clinical activities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of management reports, financial dashboards, and variance analysis to aid decision-making.
• Support external audits and liaise with auditors.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial policies
• Monitor compliance with local tax laws and financial regulations
• Assist in implementing and improving financial systems and procedure
• Maintain accurate documentation for all financial transactions and approvals.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Support department heads in budget planning, allocation, variance analysis and financial tracking
• Provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

Accounts Receivable & Payable

• Manage vendor payments, invoice processing, and bank reconciliations.
• Oversee billing cycles and ensure accurate revenue recognition for medical and insurance claims
• Prepare key performance indicators (KPIs), expense analysis, and operational performance reports.
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards to assist leadership in strategic planning.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Prepare key performance indicators (KPIs), expense analysis, and operational performance reports.
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards to assist leadership in strategic planning.
• Carries out any other duties assigned by the Reporting-Head.

General Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in healthcare facility.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, and reporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar ERP systems) and advanced

MS Excel skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills