Assistant Accounting Manager

Location Central Region
Discipline: Accounting & Finance, Accounting & Professional Services
Job type: Full Time
Salary: €40,000 - €50,000
Job ref: 828
Published: 1 day ago
AIMS International Malta is pleased to be recruiting an Assistant Accounting Manager on behalf of our client operating within the Financial Services industry for their local office. 

Responsibilities:
  • Support the Accounting Manager in managing client relationships and delivering accurate, timely accounting services.
  • Prepare and review financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory standards.
  • Supervise and mentor junior accountants, providing guidance, feedback, and on-the-job training.
  • Assist in the onboarding of new clients, helping integrate financial records into firm systems.
  • Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries.
  • Review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and payroll prepared by junior team members.
  • Assist with coordinating external audits, liaising with auditors, and implementing audit recommendations.
  • Contribute to the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis for clients.
  • Support the implementation and maintenance of internal controls for clients to safeguard assets and ensure reliable reporting.
  • Assist with ensuring compliance with statutory and tax filing requirements.
  • Participate in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.
  • Support the use and monitoring of accounting systems and software, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across departments to provide comprehensive services to clients.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s/Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, ACCA fully qualified or in the process of becoming fully qualified.
  • Minimum of 3–4 years of accounting experience, ideally in a client service or corporate services environment.
  • Solid knowledge of financial reporting and accounting principles.
  • Familiarity with IFRS and GASPME reporting standards is a must.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero) and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.