Senior Accountant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations, prepare financial statements, oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, excellent knowledge of accounting principles, and experience with ERP/accounting software.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and provide required documentation.
• Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash flow.
• Prepare statutory reports and tax filings.
• Support process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency.
• Mentor junior accounting staff and review their work.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support business decisions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.
• 5–8+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a senior accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP or IFRS).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, Tally).
• Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit support.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Power Query, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP).
• Experience with financial planning and analysis.
• Knowledge of tax compliance and statutory reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Leadership and team management experience.

Key Competencies:

• Financial reporting
• General ledger management
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Internal controls
• Audit coordination
• Tax compliance
• ERP systems
• Attention to detail
• Time management