Accounting Manager
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About the Role
Mal, a Sharia-compliant digital bank, seeks an Accounting Manager to establish and manage accounting processes aligned with IFRS and Islamic principles. The role involves overseeing daily operations, preparing financial statements, and leading a team.
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Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust accounting policies and procedures that adhere to Sharia principles and IFRS standards
- Oversee day to day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and reconciliations
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and compliance
- Ensure timely and accurate internal and external reporting, including regulatory filings and audits
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to support new product launches and process improvements
- Lead and mentor a growing accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and ethical conduct
- Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring strong internal controls and continuous process optimization
Requirements
- Proven experience in managing accounting functions within a regulated financial services environment
- Solid knowledge of IFRS and/or other international accounting standards
- Experience designing and implementing accounting processes, controls, and reporting frameworks
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop team members
- Excellent communication skills
- Commitment to ethical conduct and alignment with Mal’s mission and values
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About the Role
- As the Accounting Manager at Mal, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial backbone of the world’s first Sharia compliant digital bank.
- You will be responsible for establishing and managing robust accounting processes and controls that align with both international financial standards and Islamic principles.
- You will collaborate across departments to ensure the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of all financial records, and help lay the foundation for scalable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust accounting policies and procedures that adhere to Sharia principles and IFRS standards.
- Oversee day to day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and reconciliations.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
- Ensure timely and accurate internal and external reporting, including regulatory filings and audits.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to support new product launches and process improvements.
- Lead and mentor a growing accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and ethical conduct.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring strong internal controls and continuous process optimization.
Must Have Qualifications
- Proven experience in managing accounting functions within a regulated financial services environment.
- Solid knowledge of IFRS and/or other international accounting standards.
- Experience designing and implementing accounting processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop team members.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively across departments.
- Commitment to ethical conduct and alignment with Mal’s mission and values.
Nice to Have
- Experience in Sharia compliant finance or Islamic banking.
- Familiarity with accounting for digital assets or fintech products.
- Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA).
- Previous experience in a startup or high growth environment.
- Knowledge of Zakat management or halal investing practices.
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