Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Accountant to support our day-to-day accounting operations. This role reports directly to the Finance Manager and involves a comprehensive range of accounting responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operations of the Finance team, covering the full spectrum of accounting functions (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger) to ensure timely and accurate preparation of statutory and monthly management reporting and consolidation.
- Ensure the completion of statutory accounts, financial statements, taxation, and other compliance matters for assigned entities within the specified timeline.
- Collaborate closely with the Operations team to ensure data accuracy, smooth operations, and timely escalation of issues to the Finance Manager.
- Issue invoices and ensure accurate billing.
- Oversee and control all receivables and payables effectively and promptly.
- Improve and develop financial accounts procedures and administration in compliance with the company’s policies.
- Safeguard company assets through appropriate controls and support the Finance Manager in determining appropriate accounting treatments.
- Work with external auditors to ensure smooth audit closing and assist in the preparation of audit-related schedules and documentation.
- Track banking activities and manage cash flow.
- Administer payment processing, ensuring adherence to approval procedures.
- Prepare and support the creation of statutory financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
- Ensure compliance with all financial and tax filing requirements, including GST.
- Prepare audit schedules to facilitate the annual audit process.
- Liaise with external entities such as banks, auditors, company secretaries, and local tax and government authorities.
- Perform any additional tasks as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent with a minimum of 3-4 years of experience in a similar capacity, preferably with audit experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, financial reporting, audit, and taxation.
- Proficiency in relevant accounting software and MS Office applications.
- Meticulous, independent, proactive, responsible, able to multi-task, and meet tight deadlines.
- Unquestioned integrity and high standards in the work performed.
