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.