Senior Accountant

We are looking for a Senior Accountant.

Role Summary:

The Senior Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations and period-end close activities while maintaining strong controls and accurate financial records. The role is hands-on and operational, with limited supervisory responsibility, and requires the ability to review work, resolve issues, and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and auditors.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily & Operational Responsibilities:

Process and upload payments in SAP for approval, including:

• Purchase Orders
• Supplier Invoices
• Employee Reimbursements
• Doctors, Midwives, and Leads Payments
• Other operational expenses

Manage daily banking activities:

• Update bank statements
• Upload approved SAP payments into the bank portal
• Maintain end-of-day collection summary reports
• Handle petty cash and act as custodian of company debit cards, ensuring proper documentation and controls

Monthly & Period-End Responsibilities:

• Prepare payroll and related reconciliations
• Post provisions and accruals as part of month-end close
• Prepare Accounts Payable ageing and follow up on outstanding items
• Prepare inventory reports and support inventory reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines

Review, Controls & Support:

• Review accounting entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for accuracy
• Assist in preparing management reports and basic financial analysis
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, escalating complex matters when required
• Support the improvement of accounting processes and internal controls

Audit & Coordination:

• Assist during external audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
• Coordinate with auditors and internal teams to address audit queries in a timely manner

Team Support:

• Provide guidance and on-the-job support to junior accounting staff
• Review selected tasks and outputs as assigned by the Finance Manager
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and process standardization within the team

Qualifications & Experience:

• 5 to 8 years of relevant accounting experience
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent) is a plus
• Prior experience in a recognized audit firm
• Experience in the healthcare sector is required
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Good understanding of accounting standards and internal controls

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Hands-on and execution-focused
• Ability to work independently with appropriate supervision
• Clear communication and coordination skills
• Professional judgment and accountability

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

• Can you join immediately?