Senior Accounts Officer

The Senior Accounts Officer is responsible for managing the organization’s financial accounts, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing accurate dashboards and financial reporting. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments and lead a team of 2 to 3 finance staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare dashboards, analyze financial statements, reports, and forecasts to support decision-making processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal policies.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and monitor expenditures against budget forecasts.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with auditors during annual audits and prepare necessary documentation.
• Support the Finance Controller in financial planning and analysis activities.
• Mentor and train junior accounting staff, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency in accounting operations.
• Stay updated on industry trends and changes in accounting regulations.
• May require occasional overtime during peak periods (e.g., month-end close).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or ACCA Level 2.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Proficient with Microsoft tools
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Excel macros, RPA tools)
• Conversant with ISO 27001:2022 standards, particularly in managing financial data security and compliance.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and team work abilities.
• Proven leading skills (Projects, Process implementation or People management).