Accounting Manager (IGT1)

Colombo - Sri Lanka

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Finance

Job Summary

About this Role

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Operations Manager to lead our Sri Lanka-based accounting processing team. This role will coordinate the execution of repeatable accounting transactions and data input tasks that support our global finance organization with a focus on accuracy timeliness and adherence to established procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Coordination

Coordinate daily workflow and task assignments for the accounting operations team
Ensure team members have clear understanding of established procedures and requirements
Monitor completion of assigned tasks and adherence to deadlines
Serve as primary liaison between Sri Lanka team and US-based finance leadership

Accounting Transaction Processing & Reconciliation

Bank Reconciliations: Coordinate execution of daily/monthly bank reconciliation data input and ensure timely completion
Prepaid Expenses: Oversee data entry for prepaid expense tracking and amortization schedules
Fixed Assets: Coordinate processing of fixed asset additions disposals and depreciation entries
Accrued Expenses: Ensure timely and accurate data entry for accrual transactions
Accounts Payable Reconciliation: Coordinate reconciliation of AP accounts and sub-ledger to general ledger

Process Execution

Ensure team follows standardized procedures provided by US accounting team
Maintain accurate records of all transactions processed
Track and report on task completion status
Escalate questions or issues to US-based accounting team for resolution
Support process documentation and training materials

Quality & Timeliness

Perform initial quality checks on data input to catch obvious errors before submission
Ensure all deliverables meet established deadlines
Maintain organized documentation of work completed
Support month-end and year-end close requirements

Communication & Coordination

Provide regular status updates to US-based accounting team
Communicate workflow challenges or resource constraints
Facilitate smooth handoff of completed work products
Coordinate with other teams as directed for accounting-related processing

Qualifications :

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Experience:

Minimum 5-7 years of accounting operations or transaction processing experience
At least 2-3 years coordinating teams or workflow in an accounting environment
Experience in a shared services center or BPO environment strongly preferred
Background supporting US-based finance organizations is advantageous

Technical Skills:

Strong proficiency with accounting systems and data entry
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
Experience with ERP systems (SAP Oracle NetSuite or similar)
Experience with Workday financial a plus
Familiarity with US GAAP helpful but not required

Core Competencies:

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Effective communication skills (written and verbal English)
Ability to follow established procedures consistently
Comfortable working across time zones with US-based teams
Reliable and deadline-oriented
Team player with positive attitude

Additional Information :

We champion flexibility and hybrid work options to support varying lifestyles and personal needs. At the same time we value the power of in-person collaboration to build community spark innovation and strengthen connections. Our approach ensures you can work in ways that suit you best while still engaging with colleagues to share ideas and grow together. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DNP

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

About this RoleWe are seeking an experienced Accounting Operations Manager to lead our Sri Lanka-based accounting processing team. This role will coordinate the execution of repeatable accounting transactions and data input tasks that support our global finance organization with a focus on accuracy ...

About this Role

Key Responsibilities:

Team Coordination

Coordinate daily workflow and task assignments for the accounting operations team
Ensure team members have clear understanding of established procedures and requirements
Monitor completion of assigned tasks and adherence to deadlines
Serve as primary liaison between Sri Lanka team and US-based finance leadership

Accounting Transaction Processing & Reconciliation

Bank Reconciliations: Coordinate execution of daily/monthly bank reconciliation data input and ensure timely completion
Prepaid Expenses: Oversee data entry for prepaid expense tracking and amortization schedules
Fixed Assets: Coordinate processing of fixed asset additions disposals and depreciation entries
Accrued Expenses: Ensure timely and accurate data entry for accrual transactions
Accounts Payable Reconciliation: Coordinate reconciliation of AP accounts and sub-ledger to general ledger

Process Execution

Ensure team follows standardized procedures provided by US accounting team
Maintain accurate records of all transactions processed
Track and report on task completion status
Escalate questions or issues to US-based accounting team for resolution
Support process documentation and training materials

Quality & Timeliness

Perform initial quality checks on data input to catch obvious errors before submission
Ensure all deliverables meet established deadlines
Maintain organized documentation of work completed
Support month-end and year-end close requirements

Communication & Coordination

Provide regular status updates to US-based accounting team
Communicate workflow challenges or resource constraints
Facilitate smooth handoff of completed work products
Coordinate with other teams as directed for accounting-related processing

Qualifications :

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Experience:

Minimum 5-7 years of accounting operations or transaction processing experience
At least 2-3 years coordinating teams or workflow in an accounting environment
Experience in a shared services center or BPO environment strongly preferred
Background supporting US-based finance organizations is advantageous

Technical Skills:

Strong proficiency with accounting systems and data entry
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
Experience with ERP systems (SAP Oracle NetSuite or similar)
Experience with Workday financial a plus
Familiarity with US GAAP helpful but not required

Core Competencies:

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Effective communication skills (written and verbal English)
Ability to follow established procedures consistently
Comfortable working across time zones with US-based teams
Reliable and deadline-oriented
Team player with positive attitude

Additional Information :

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Internal Audit
Supervising
Data Entry
Compliance
Customer Service
Accounting & Finance
General Ledger Accounting
IFRS
External Audit
Microsoft Excel
ERP
Payroll
Financial statement
ACCA
CPA

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