Senior Accountant

Job description:

Position Overview

• The Senior Accountant will work closely with the VP for Finance and People Administration to ensure the accounting operations will run smoothly and financial reports are prepared on time. He/She will be responsible for overseeing the accounting operations of the client's organization, preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, and implementing accounting principles.

WHAT YOU WILL DO?

Client Management

· Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, understanding their unique

· financial needs and providing tailored accounting solutions.

· Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and

· addressing any concerns or inquiries promptly.

· Collaborate with clients to develop and manage budgets and financial forecasts.

· Provide insights and recommendations to clients to optimize financial performance.

Finance and Accounting

· Reviews disbursements, supplier invoices, contracts and agreements

· Prepares bank reconciliation

· Reconciles intercompany transactions

· Manages the recording and inventory of the multiple clients' Fixed Assets

· Initiates monthly, quarterly and annual closing of books. Prepare and analyze

· management accounts

· Assists the Operations Manager for FaaS in the internal and external audit engagement

· Prepares supporting records and audit schedules

· Updates the bookkeeping and recording of transactions, maintenance and review of general ledger

· Reviews timesheets for payroll processing Prepares and process payroll

Financial Controlling Senior Accountant

· Liaises with the auditors of our Clients during internal and external audit engagement Ensures financial policies and controls are implemented, establish risk management procedures, and review and update of existing policies, controls and procedures

· Liaises with tax authorities and other government offices for all statutory and compliance requirements

· Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to provide proactive advice to clients. Assists in the creation, maintenance, and enhancement of financial policies and procedures

Financial Reporting

· Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports

· Assists the Head of Finance and Accounting in budgeting/forecasting activities

People Management

· Develops a strategy on how to accomplish the set goal and provide necessary training needed by each member

· Communicates clear instructions to the team on their tasks, responsibilities, and their development

· Provides an avenue for team members to voice out their feedback, suggestions, and concerns

· Manages the flow of day-to-day operations e.g. ensuring that the tasks assigned are executed, on time, on point, and with the highest quality to avoid rework

Collaboration and Support

· Collaborates with internal as well as external personnel in the execution of his/her functions

· Liaises with banks for payroll account opening, bank related updates and transactions

Process Management

· Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in financial processes.

· Develop and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline finance-related workflows.

WHAT SHOULD YOU HAVE?

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

· At least 5 years of relevant experience.

· Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

· CPA license is an advantage but not required.

· Solid knowledge of general accounting.

· People management experience.

· Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations, including US GAAP and/or IFRS.

· International client service experience.

· Proficient in MSOffice(especially Excel) and experience with accounting software (such as QuickBooks, Oracle, Odoo, and Xero).

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• General Accounting: 5 years (Required)
• US GAAP: 5 years (Required)
• People Management: 5 years (Required)
• IFRS: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Required)