Senior Accountant

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Manage general and cost accounting, journal entries, ledgers, reconciliations, and account classifications.
• Prepare financial statements, trial balances, MIS reports, and supporting schedules.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
• Perform bank, AP, payroll, fixed asset, inventory, and other account reconciliations.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Analyze financial data, costs, expenses, and business trends to support management decisions.
• Ensure accurate transaction recording, proper authorization, and compliance with company policies.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, fixed asset registers, and supporting documentation.
• Support internal and external audits and prepare required schedules and adjustments.
• Improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Ensure effective use of ERP/accounting systems, preferably SAP.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Finance Manager.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Good understanding of reconciliations, closing, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems; SAP preferred.
• Good Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Job Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional accounting experience, including 3 years of relevant experience. GCC experience is an advantage.

Education & Professional Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification is preferred.