Senior Accountant

Job Detail

Financial Accounting and Reporting • Oversee and manage the full set of accounts, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports. • Manage month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations and financial analysis. • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of balance sheet schedules and supporting documentation. • Monitor financial transactions and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies. • Review general ledger entries and investigate discrepancies where necessary. • Provide financial reports and analysis to support management decision-making. Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Oversight • Monitor accounts receivable collections and support efforts to improve cash flow and reduce overdue balances. • Review customer credit limits and recommend appropriate actions where necessary. • Oversee accounts payable processes to ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers and service providers. • Reconcile customer and supplier accounts regularly to maintain accurate records. • Assist in resolving billing, payment and reconciliation issues. Budgeting and Financial Planning • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and financial plans. • Monitor actual performance against budgets and identify significant variances. • Provide financial analysis and recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency. • Support department heads with budget planning and expenditure control. Taxation and Regulatory Compliance • Ensure timely submission of tax returns, statutory reports and regulatory filings. • Manage GST/SST, withholding tax, corporate tax and other applicable tax compliance requirements. • Liaise with tax consultants, auditors, and regulatory authorities when required. • Monitor changes in accounting regulations and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Internal Controls and Audit • Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls and financial procedures. • Ensure compliance with company policies and financial governance standards. • Coordinate external and internal audits, providing necessary schedules and supporting documentation. • Implement recommendations arising from audit reviews and compliance assessments. • Identify areas of financial risk and recommend corrective actions. Inventory and Asset Management • Monitor inventory valuation, reconciliation and accounting accuracy. • Support inventory counts and stock verification activities. • Maintain accurate records of fixed assets, depreciation schedules and asset controls. • Work closely with Operations and Service Departments to ensure accurate inventory and equipment accounting. Cash Flow and Treasury Management • Assist in monitoring cash flow requirements and forecasting cash positions. • Prepare bank reconciliations and treasury-related reports. • Monitor banking facilities, loans and financial obligations. • Ensure proper management of company funds and financial transactions. Business Support and Continuous Improvement • Partner with operational departments to provide financial guidance and performance analysis. • Support business initiatives through financial modelling and cost-benefit analysis. • Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance financial efficiency and reporting accuracy. • Assist in ERP system implementation, enhancement and financial process automation projects. • Continuously identify opportunities to improve financial controls, reporting processes and operational efficiency.