Financial Accounting Manager

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Duties

End-to-End Accounting Operations: Execute daily accounting activities (revenue, expenditures, capital expenditures, etc.), validate original document compliance, and oversee month/year-end closing. Ensure ledger-actuals alignment to mitigate financial discrepancies and compliance risks.

Financial Reporting & Strategic Analysis: Prepare accurate monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements. Conduct variance analysis to explain fluctuations, deliver actionable business insights, and support data-driven decisions for sustainable growth.

Process Automation & System Enhancement: Identify workflow inefficiencies and drive automation (e.g., system integrations, rule-based workflows). Refine SOPs and internal controls to elevate financial system integration and operational efficiency.

Audit Coordination & Regulatory Compliance: Facilitate internal/external audits by providing documentation and clarifications. Monitor tax compliance, optimize incentive applications, and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards during inspections.

Risk Mitigation & Asset Safeguarding: Perform regular account reconciliations, assess risks (e.g., inventory write-downs, receivables defaults), and develop proactive mitigation strategies. Implement monitoring frameworks and closed-loop remediation processes.

Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with business and tech teams to address financial requirements. Deliver accounting policy training and consult on new business models, fostering seamless business-finance alignment through strategic financial integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Active professional accounting designation is mandatory (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or CA).
• Additional certifications in internal controls, auditing, or financial systems (e.g., CISA, CIA) would be advantageous.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 1-3 years of progressive experience in financial accounting, corporate finance, or auditing
• Proven track record of managing end-to-end accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close processes.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating with external and internal auditors, as well as regulatory bodies.
• Prior experience in driving process automation, workflow optimization, or financial system implementations/integrations.

Knowledge & Skills

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Deep understanding of financial statements preparation, variance analysis, and translating financial data into actionable business insights.
• Risk & Internal Controls: Expertise in establishing internal control frameworks, risk mitigation strategies, and asset safeguarding protocols.
• Systems & Automation: High proficiency in modern ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills. Familiarity with workflow automation tools.

• Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday - 9.00am to 6.00pm)
• Work Location: Remote