Sr. Accountant

Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing the financial reporting process, ensuring accurate and timely finalization of books, and managing the Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) teams. This role requires strong leadership, compliance with accounting standards, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Key Resposibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepare financial statements as per acceptable accounting practices.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and correct discrepancies.
• Assist auditors by providing required documentation and clarifications.
• Supervise AP accountants to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing.
• Verify vendor accounts, reconcile balances, and resolve disputes.
• Monitor aging reports and ensure timely payments.
• Implement internal controls to prevent unauthorized payments.
• Oversee AR accountants to ensure collections.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Work with AR teams to resolve Third party and other dues.
• Implement strategies to optimize cash outstanding.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Monitor cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for operations.
• Coordinate with banks for fund transfers, payments, and financing activities.
• Coordinate with banks for fund transfers, payments, and financing activities. and submit tax returns within deadlines.
• Assist in tax audits and regulatory inspections.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the company.
• Review operational expenses and identify cost-saving measures.
• Ensure expenses are recorded under correct cost centers.
• Implement expense approval controls to prevent overspending.
• Analyze budget variances and recommend corrective actions.

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.

· CPA, CMA, or ACCA certification preferred.

Experience:

· 5+ years of experience in accounting, including 2+ years in a senior role.

· Experience in managing AP and AR teams.

Technical Skills:

· Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP, VAT, and corporate tax regulations.

· Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).

· Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for financial reporting.

Soft Skills:

· Analytical, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

· Strong communication and ability to interact with stakeholders.

· High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in budgeting?
• Do you have experience in VAT & Financial Reporting?
• Have you ever handle a team of 2 or more people?
• What is your salary expectation?