Senior Accountant

About the role

The Senior Accountant will lead core accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy of financial records and compliance with regulatory requirements. This position serves as a bridge between day‑to‑day accounting operations and strategic financial management, supporting planning, reporting, and audit activities.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger entries, reconciliations, and adjustments.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management with strong internal controls.
• Review and approve employee expense reports and monitor cash flow, expenses, and petty cash.
• Prepare and review tax filings (VAT, WHT) and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and maintain effective financial controls.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow projections, and perform variance analysis.
• Identify process‑improvement opportunities, support automation initiatives, and participate in finance‑related projects.
• Collaborate with internal departments, auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6–8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a law‑firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.

Required skills

• Experience with ERP/accounting systems.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.