Job Description: Senior Accountant
The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, managing the general ledger, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting the broader finance team.
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments
Maintain and monitor the general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness
Assist in timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes
Prepare financial statements and management reports in accordance with accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS)
Analyze financial data and provide variance explanations to management
Review AP/AR transactions for accuracy and proper coding
Support aging analysis and follow-up on outstanding balances
Ensure vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and receivables are processed timely
Ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable accounting regulations
Support internal and external audits, providing required schedules and documentation
Maintain accurate and organized financial records for audit readiness
Assist in preparation and filing of VAT/GST, corporate tax, withholding tax, and other statutory returns
Coordinate with tax consultants to ensure timely compliance
Support development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts
Provide actual vs. budget analysis and highlight key deviations
Recommend and implement improvements to accounting processes and controls
Support automation initiatives and ERP system enhancements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
4–7+ years of accounting/finance experience
Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, advanced formulas)
Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Problem-solving mindset and proactive approach
Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
Compliance with tax and regulatory requirements
Efficiency of month-end close cycle
Quality of reconciliations and audit readiness
Contribution to process improvements