Senior Accounting Executive (Financial Reporting)

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Financial Reporting Executive to join our finance team, supporting the financial reporting needs of a dynamic group of companies. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in financial reporting, consolidations, tax management and planning, financial ratio analysis, and group-level financial analysis. This role is crucial for ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with local and international accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and review consolidated financial statements for the group of companies, ensuring compliance with applicable financial reporting standards.
2. Manage the group's month-end and year-end financial closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting for all entities within the group.
3. Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements for group-level consolidation.
4. Perform financial ratio analysis to evaluate the group's financial performance, liquidity, profitability, and operational efficiency, providing insights to management.
5. Ensure the accuracy of intercompany transactions and reconciliations, including elimination entries, for consolidated financial reporting.
6. Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes at both the entity and group levels, providing insights and analysis for management decision-making.
7. Manage tax planning and compliance for the group, ensuring adherence to all tax regulations, including corporate income tax, indirect taxes (such as VAT/GST), withholding taxes, and transfer pricing.
8. Coordinate and liaise with tax agents and auditors to facilitate a smooth tax and audit process.
9. Stay updated with changes in accounting standards, reporting regulations, and tax laws, ensuring the group's financial reporting and tax practices remain compliant.
10. Collaborate with finance teams across all entities within the group to gather and validate financial data, ensuring consistent reporting across the organization.
11. Provide financial analysis and insights for strategic decision-making, highlighting trends, variances, and financial risks.
12. Develop and improve internal controls related to financial reporting and tax management, ensuring robust governance and compliance.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2. Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA) is strongly preferred.
3. Preferably at least 3 years of experience in financial reporting, group consolidation, or external audit, with a focus on tax planning and management preferred.
4. Strong understanding of local and international accounting standards (MFRS, IFRS), tax regulations, and regulatory requirements.
5. Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
6. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and perform tax analysis and planning.
7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information clearly and effectively.
8. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.