We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced General Accountant with a strong understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records preparing financial statements managing accounts payable and receivable performing reconciliations and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes.
This role requires a proactive professional with strong analytical skills an excellent command of English and hands-on experience using Xero and advanced Excel functions.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
- Prepare and review monthly quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
- Support the audit process ensuring timely and accurate provision of documentation and explanations.
- Assist in consolidation of group entities and intercompany reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards internal policies and statutory requirements.
Financial Reporting Accounts Payable (AP) & Account Receivable (AR)
- Process vendor invoices employee reimbursements and supplier payments accurately and on time.
- Manage customer invoicing collections and credit control.
- Maintain proper aging reports and ensure timely follow-ups on outstanding balances.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Banking Payments & Reconcilations
- Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations ensuring accuracy of cash and bank balances.
- Manage payment cycles verify approvals and process payments in multiple currencies if applicable.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and sub-ledgers (AP AR fixed assets payroll etc.).
Month-End & Year-End Closing
- Prepare journal entries accruals and prepayments.
- Review trial balances and ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data.
- Support the preparation of management reports and financial analysis.
Tools & Systems
- Maintain financial data and reports using Xero accounting software.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel (pivot tables lookups conditional formulas) for analysis reconciliations and reporting.
- Ensure data integrity and support integration with other business systems where relevant.
Requirements
Education & Certification
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field .
- Solid knowledge and experience with IFRS standards is required.
Experience
- 35 years of progressive accounting experience preferably in an international or multi-entity environment.
- Proven experience in preparing IFRS-compliant financial statements.
- Hands-on experience with Xero QuickBooks or other cloud-based accounting systems.
- Strong understanding of AP/AR processes reconciliations and financial controls.
Skills
- Excellent command of English both written and verbal with strong communication and reporting skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas pivot tables data validation etc.).
- Strong attention to detail accuracy and analytical thinking.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Integrity accountability and a proactive attitude.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in working with multi-currency and multi-entity structures.
- Familiarity with tax compliance and audit coordination.
- Experience in process improvement and automation initiatives.
- Comfortable working in remote multicultural teams.
Benefits
- A high-energy inclusive work culture with flat hierarchies and a startup mindset backed by the resources of a stable organization
- Competitive salary and flexible work-life balance
- Generous paid leave (annual and sick leave)
- Engaging team activities including company trips celebrations and more
- A globally scoped role with exposure to international markets
- A collaborative environment where colleagues feel more like friends
- and many other perks to help you grow personally and professionally.
APPLICATION: Interested candidates please send your CV via email:
We thank all candidates of interest. However only the shortlisted will be contacted. For more information please also find us on our LinkedIn and Facebook
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced General Accountant with a strong understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records preparing financial statements managing a...
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced General Accountant with a strong understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records preparing financial statements managing accounts payable and receivable performing reconciliations and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes.
This role requires a proactive professional with strong analytical skills an excellent command of English and hands-on experience using Xero and advanced Excel functions.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
- Prepare and review monthly quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
- Support the audit process ensuring timely and accurate provision of documentation and explanations.
- Assist in consolidation of group entities and intercompany reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards internal policies and statutory requirements.
Financial Reporting Accounts Payable (AP) & Account Receivable (AR)
- Process vendor invoices employee reimbursements and supplier payments accurately and on time.
- Manage customer invoicing collections and credit control.
- Maintain proper aging reports and ensure timely follow-ups on outstanding balances.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Banking Payments & Reconcilations
- Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations ensuring accuracy of cash and bank balances.
- Manage payment cycles verify approvals and process payments in multiple currencies if applicable.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and sub-ledgers (AP AR fixed assets payroll etc.).
Month-End & Year-End Closing
- Prepare journal entries accruals and prepayments.
- Review trial balances and ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data.
- Support the preparation of management reports and financial analysis.
Tools & Systems
- Maintain financial data and reports using Xero accounting software.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel (pivot tables lookups conditional formulas) for analysis reconciliations and reporting.
- Ensure data integrity and support integration with other business systems where relevant.
Requirements
Education & Certification
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field .
- Solid knowledge and experience with IFRS standards is required.
Experience
- 35 years of progressive accounting experience preferably in an international or multi-entity environment.
- Proven experience in preparing IFRS-compliant financial statements.
- Hands-on experience with Xero QuickBooks or other cloud-based accounting systems.
- Strong understanding of AP/AR processes reconciliations and financial controls.
Skills
- Excellent command of English both written and verbal with strong communication and reporting skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas pivot tables data validation etc.).
- Strong attention to detail accuracy and analytical thinking.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Integrity accountability and a proactive attitude.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in working with multi-currency and multi-entity structures.
- Familiarity with tax compliance and audit coordination.
- Experience in process improvement and automation initiatives.
- Comfortable working in remote multicultural teams.
Benefits
- A high-energy inclusive work culture with flat hierarchies and a startup mindset backed by the resources of a stable organization
- Competitive salary and flexible work-life balance
- Generous paid leave (annual and sick leave)
- Engaging team activities including company trips celebrations and more
- A globally scoped role with exposure to international markets
- A collaborative environment where colleagues feel more like friends
- and many other perks to help you grow personally and professionally.
APPLICATION: Interested candidates please send your CV via email:
We thank all candidates of interest. However only the shortlisted will be contacted. For more information please also find us on our LinkedIn and Facebook
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