Financial Accountant

Job Summary

The Financial Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining accounting records, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. This role includes month-end closing, statutory reporting, tax support, and involvement in regional or group-level reporting and consolidation where required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS or local GAAP.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial data to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support preparation of management reports, variance analysis, and financial commentary.

2. Month-End & Year-End Closing

• Manage general ledger activities and ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Perform and review journal entries (e.g., accruals, amortization, reclassifications).
• Conduct balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.

3. Group and Regional Reporting

• Assist in the preparation and submission of regional and group financial reports.
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and coordinate with affiliates on variances.
• Support the consolidation process including reporting package submissions and group adjustments.

4. Statutory and Tax Compliance

• Prepare statutory accounts in compliance with local regulations and assist in filing with authorities.
• Liaise with tax consultants or internal tax teams for tax computations, filings, and compliance.
• Support audits and tax audit as required.

5. Audit and Internal Control

• Coordinate and support external and internal audits by preparing documentation and audit schedules.
• Ensure adherence to internal control procedures and corporate governance policies.
• Assist with SOX compliance or equivalent if applicable.

6. Process Improvement & Systems

• Contribute to process enhancements, standardization, and automation initiatives.
• Assist in ERP implementation, upgrades, or system optimization projects.
• Support finance transformation projects at the regional or group level.

7. Process Improvement & Systems

• Support ad-hoc tasks and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in financial accounting, preferably within a regional or group-level finance function.
• Hands-on experience with monthly closings, financial reporting, and audit support.
• Familiarity with intercompany transactions and group consolidation processes.
• Proven ability to work with external auditors and manage statutory reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CA) is preferred.
• Knowledge of IFRS and/or local GAAP is essential.

Other Requirements

• Proficient in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Business Central (BC).
• Experience with consolidation tools (e.g., Hyperion, OneStream) is an advantage.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data analysis).
• Ability to liaise effectively with auditors, tax agents, and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborative and able to work with cross-functional teams on finance-related tasks and projects.

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR THE JOB: (Core & Behavioural)

Core Competencies:

• Financial Accuracy : Strong foundation in accounting principles and financial reporting standards (IFRS/local GAAP).
• Technical Proficiency : Skilled in general ledger, financial closing processes, and use of ERP and reporting tools.
• Audit and Compliance Knowledge : Understanding of audit requirements, statutory compliance, and internal controls.
• Process Orientation : Ability to improve, standardize, and automate finance processes and workflows.
• Tax and Statutory Familiarity : Basic understanding of corporate tax principles and statutory filings.
• Analytical Thinking : Ability to interpret financial data, perform reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies.

Behavioural Competencies

• Attention to Detail : High level of accuracy and thoroughness in financial reporting and reconciliations.
• Problem-Solving Mindset : Able to troubleshoot issues and proactively seek resolutions.
• Time Management : Capable of meeting tight deadlines while handling multiple priorities.
• Communication Skills : Able to explain financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Team Player : Willingness to collaborate and support team members and other departments.
• Adaptability : Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment, including during system upgrades and finance transformation projects.