Senior Accountant

Job Summary:

ibex, on behalf of one of its Global clients, is hiring a Senior Accountant—a key member of the finance team responsible for end-to-end finance operations and the month-end close. This role owns the close, reporting, and reconciliation processes, while also remaining hands-on with transactional accounting (AR, AP, payroll) as part of a small, high-performing team. The position is expected to operate at the same standard as an onshore team member, with direct accountability for accuracy, timeliness, and ownership of processes. Candidates must also be comfortable working in the EST time zone.

Key Responsibilities:

Month-End Close & Reconciliations

• Ownership of End of Month close calendar with Group finance liaison.
• Prepare and post journals ( accruals, prepayments, depreciation ).
• Prepare End of Month balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare/ review daily bank reconciliations.
• Perform reconciliations between CRM and ERP system.
• Investigate and resolve variances within close deadlines.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts including variance analysis & commentary - explaining month-on-month and budget vs actual movements.
• Maintain fixed asset register.
• Process improvement - owning continuous improvement of close process, controls , and documentation.
• Support year-end audit and Group reporting requirements.

Transactional Accounting (AR, AP, Payroll)

• Manage debtor ledger including reconciliation to TB, aged receivables , collections, and dispute resolution.
• Process AP cycle end-to-end: purchase orders, supplier invoices , payment runs, statement reconciliations, vendor master data.
• Prepare and review weekly payroll , ensuring compliance with super annuation , PAYG, and leave accrual obligations.
• Liaise with HR on starters, terminations, and changes.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 5–7 years in a similar accounting role 3+ years Post Qualified Experience CA/CPA qualified
• Previous use of NetSuite (desirable)
• Strong excel skills
• Experience preparing account reconciliations, and supporting year-end audit processes
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills , both written and verbal , with ability to work cross-functionally.