Senior Accountant

Job Description: Senior Accountant

Title: Senior Accountant

Reporting To: Finance Manager / Head of Finance

Department: Finance & Accounts

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Purpose: The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate financial records, timely month-end closures, statutory compliance, MIS reporting, and audit facilitation. The role also focuses on strengthening internal controls, improving reporting processes, and supporting management with reliable financial information.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Monthly Books Closure & Review

Ensure timely closing and reconciliation of books of accounts by the 3rd working day of each month.

Review general ledger, sub-ledgers, accruals, provisions, and journal entries.

Perform bank, intercompany, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Identify and resolve discrepancies proactively.

2. Monthly Reporting

Prepare accurate and comprehensive reports, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and variance analysis.

Submit reports to Finance Manager by the 6th of each month.

3. Taxation & VAT Compliance

Preparation , review and filing of all applicable VAT, corporate tax, and other statutory tax returns.

Coordinate with tax consultants where required.

Ensure zero penalties, notices, or compliance breaches due to delays or inaccuracies.

Maintain proper tax documentation and reconciliations.

4. Annual Financial Statements & Audit Support

Prepare draft annual financial statements within 30 days of year-end.

Facilitate smooth completion of statutory audits within 90 days of year-end.

Coordinate with external auditors and respond promptly to audit queries.

Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

5. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance Ensure all recurring statutory and regulatory filings are completed within prescribed timelines. Maintain compliance calendars and documentation. Monitor changes in regulations and assess their impact on the company. Ensure there are no compliance breaches at any time.

6. Process Improvement & Automation

Support to improve eiciency in financial reporting and accounting processes.

Support ERP/system enhancements and documentation of processes.

Qualifications & Experience:

Chartered Accountant / CPA / ACCA (preferred) or equivalent.

4-5 years of relevant accounting and reporting experience.

Strong knowledge of accounting standards, VAT, and statutory compliance.

Experience in audit coordination and financial statement preparation.

Hands-on experience with accounting software / ERP systems. Key Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.