Finance Accountant

Roles and responsibilities

• General Ledger and Reconciliation
  • Maintain and update general ledger accounts for tax, financial reporting, and monthly closing activities.
  • Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accurate and timely recording and reconciliation of financial transactions.
  • Reconcile accounts payable and receivable ledgers to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Review disbursements, bank and credit card transactions, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Cash Management, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable
  • Manage cash flow by processing supplier invoices, employee expense reports, and intercompany charges.
  • Ensure timely vendor payments and manage payment schedules.
  • Generate and send customer invoices, and monitor and follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance
  • Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Create financial reports and summaries for management review.
  • Prepare and maintain data and reports needed for tax return preparation.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
  • Identify potential risks and develop and implement solutions.
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies.
    

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CA, CIMA, or equivalent are advantageous
• Over 5 years of relevant experience in transactional accounting
• Familiarity with computerized general ledger accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Intacct, NetSuite, or similar) is preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Previous experience working with a financial services institution or family office is a plus

Desired candidate profile

• Financial Reporting: Preparing accurate financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in accordance with accounting standards.

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assisting in the development of budgets and financial forecasts to support strategic planning and resource allocation.

• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Managing invoicing, payment processing, and collections to maintain healthy cash flow.

• General Ledger Maintenance: Ensuring that all financial transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger.

• Compliance: Ensuring adherence to financial regulations and standards, including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) or IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards).

• Tax Preparation: Assisting with the preparation and filing of tax returns and ensuring compliance with tax laws.

• Audit Support: Supporting internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations of financial records.

• Variance Analysis: Analyzing discrepancies between actual and budgeted financial performance, identifying reasons for variances.

• Financial Analysis: Conducting financial analysis to provide insights on business performance and support decision-making.

• Process Improvement: Identifying opportunities for improving financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.