Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing financial operations, ensuring accurate

reporting, and supporting strategic decisions. The role also ensures compliance with regulatory

standards, including tax obligations, and drives continuous improvement in financial processes.

Finance and Accounting :

• Prepare and review cash flow statements (actual vs. forecast vs. budget)
• Oversee petty cash administration
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Conduct monthly closings and ensure accurate journal entries
• Review balance sheet listings including bank reconciliations, fixed assets, and revaluations
• Conduct fixed assets count twice a year

Reporting and Budgeting:

• Prepare budgets and monitor actual performance
• Delivering timely financial reports and variance analyses
• Support audit processes and internal control reviews

Taxation:

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of tax filings (e.g., VAT, corporate income tax, withholding tax)
• Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the organization
• Liaise with external tax consultants and authorities as needed
• Support internal and external audits related to tax matters
• Maintain proper documentation for tax compliance and reporting

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure adherence to local tax regulations and international accounting standards
• Maintain documentation for audits and regulatory reviews
• Update and standardize SOPs and workflows to reflect changes in compliance requirements and operational practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent application of compliance procedures

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is preferred.
• Preferably 1 or 2 years of experience at a Big Four accounting firm (PwC, EY, Deloitte, or KPMG)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in senior accountant roles, with a focus on the real estate sector.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with ERP or Yardi systems preferred
• Knowledge of international accounting standards.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax compliance

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.