Senior Accountant Service Office

To oversee and perform accounting operations including ledger management reporting and compliance while mentoring and guiding a team of accountants.

A. Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations ensuring timely and accurate journal entries and reconciliations.
• Review and analyze financial data ensuring compliance with accounting principles/ IFRS and company policies.
• Prepare and review monthly half yearly and annual financial statements (Income Statement Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement).
• Participate in the annual budgeting and forecasting process providing financial insights and analysis to support business planning.
• Preparing management reports and financial analysis for decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting tax and audit requirements.

B. Closing Controls & Compliance

• Lead month-end half-year and year-end closing activities and ensure accurate reporting within deadlines.
• Review and approve account reconciliations accruals and provisions.
• Ensure internal control procedures are implemented and adhered to.
• Prepare audit schedules and liaise with external auditors for timely completion of audits.
• Coordinate with tax advisors banks insurers and regulatory bodies on compliance matters.

C. Treasury & Payables Management

• Monitor cash flow bank balances and ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs.
• Review supplier payments payroll transfers and statutory payments in line with internal approval policies.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable cycles to optimize working capital.
• Coordinate with banks on transfetrs facilities and reconciliations.

D. Systems Process Improvement & Projects

• Support automation digitalization and ERP enhancements for improved financial processes.
• Lead or participate in finance-related projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements to strengthen internal controls.
• Maintain accurate accounting master data and documentation for audit readiness.

E. People Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise and mentor accountants to ensure continuous performance improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Foster collaboration within the Finance team and with cross-functional departments.
• Promote a positive work environment and drive alignment with IKEAs values and culture.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or Economics.
• Professional qualification (or part qualification) such as CA/ ACCA/ CPA/ CIMA or equivalent is a plus.
• Minimum 57 years of accounting experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory or senior role.
• Experience in ERP systems and financial reporting platforms.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office especially Excel and Power BI (preferred).
• Experience in retail FMCG or multinational environments is an advantage.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time