Job Summary
The Senior Accountant manages accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and tax compliance to ensure accurate records, regulatory adherence, and continuous process improvements supporting overall financial performance.
Responsibilities
- Review and manage accounts payable and receivable to maintain accurate financial transactions
- Analyze financial data and generate timely, accurate reports on financial status to inform decision-making
- Create accounting reports that reflect current financial conditions and trends
- Develop and recommend improvements to accounting systems and procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency
- Participate in forecasting and establish financial standards to support strategic planning
- Contribute to departmental goal setting and manage month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely financial closure
- Organize preparation of financial statements and budgets to support operational planning
- Support and oversee audits and tax return processes to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Document business processes and accounting policies to maintain clear operational guidelines
- Ensure accounting procedures comply with relevant laws, codes, regulations, and standards
- Collaborate with financial and accounting managers to optimize financial operations and controls
Required Education, Experience and Skills
- Degree or equivalent qualification, ideally in finance or accounting
- Minimum 3 years experience managing financial systems, budgets, reporting, data analysis, auditing, taxation, and financial advisory
- Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, and accounting procedures to ensure compliance
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data handling
- Effective organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills to meet deadlines and resolve issues
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear financial reporting and collaboration
- High level of integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel experience with ERP systems is advantageous
- Fluent written and spoken English for effective communication in the workplace
Preferred Competencies and Qualifications
- Certification such as CMA is a bonus
