Deputy Chief Accountant
Job Summary
- Lead and oversee the entire accounting team to ensure operational excellence.
- Conduct regular training and development programs to keep the teams knowledge current.
- Review and ensure accuracy of corporate and personal income tax returns.
- Provide expert advice to businesses and individuals on tax matters.
- Supervise payroll tax processing at both state and federal levels.
- Manage and maintain strong client relationships while attracting new business opportunities.
- Mentor and support junior accountants clerks and bookkeepers.
- Proactively identify and resolve potential compliance issues.
- Ensure compliance with all state federal and international accounting regulations (IFRS IAS).
- Maintain constant communication with regulatory bodies (IRS state agencies) and clients.
- Ensure seamless onboarding and tax consultation for new clients.
- Keep client files organized accurate and up to date.
- Collaborate with other internal teams to achieve shared objectives.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
- ICAN ACCA CFA is mandatory.
- Minimum of 8 years accounting experience.
- Industry Preference: FMCG sector preferably (Retail IT phone and lifestyle appliances sales and distribution)
- Prior experience heading a financial reporting department in a well-established company.
- Strong background in corporate and personal taxation.
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS and IAS.
- Advanced computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and accounting databases.
- Expertise in financial statements preparation and QuickBooks.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and numerical skills.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a commitment to excellent client service.
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
Required Skills:
Requirements and Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field. ICAN ACCA CFA is mandatory. Minimum of 8 years accounting experience. Industry Preference: FMCG sector preferably (Retail IT phone and lifestyle appliances sales and distribution) Prior experience heading a financial reporting department in a well-established company. Strong background in corporate and personal -depth knowledge of IFRS and IAS. Advanced computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and accounting databases. Expertise in financial statements preparation and QuickBooks. Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and numerical skills. Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities. Exceptional interpersonal skills with a commitment to excellent client service. Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.