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Accountant

Description

Narrative Description: Reporting to the Regional Manager Finance, (A/P), the incumbent will be responsible for the accounts payable, payroll and financial reporting function of countries’ portfolio in the region. She/he must have the ability to work independently in supporting the Manager, Finance with day-to-day activities assigned.

Travel Required: No

Responsibilities

* In charge of payroll and accounts payable functions of various countries in the region and ensure these functions are performed in accordance with the Financial Policies Manual (FPM) and the Financial Standard Operating Procedure (SOP);
* Manage countries’ cash flow and perform monthly cash flow forecast.
* Perform month and year end closing in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). This includes preparation of reconciliation reports, financial disclosure documents.
* Liaise with tax agent to prepare direct and indirect tax filing. Support ad hoc tax enquires or audit by the tax authority.
* Support external auditors on local statutory audit reporting which includes preparation of local statutory audit reports in accordance with local accounting standards.
* Support Manager, Finance on any process improvements projects or initiatives or any ad hoc assignment.

Qualifications and Skills

* Bachelor’s degree in Finance and/or Accounting or relevant field of study. Professional Accounting qualification would be an asset;
* Minimum of 2 to 3 years’ relevant experience;
* SAP experience and IFRS knowledge are essentials;
* Regional accounting and tax filings experience would be an asset;
* Meticulous and an eye for details as required for accounts reconciliation support;
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
* Strong English language skills (verbal and written);
* Other regional languages would be an asset.

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