Accounting Specialist

About the role

A detail-oriented and experienced Accounting Specialist is sought to join the team. The role covers the full accounting cycle, accurate financial records, financial reporting, payroll handling and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting cycle, including general ledger entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial records
• Process invoices, manage payments and record receipts accurately and on time
• Perform bank, credit card, vendor, customer, intercompany and balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual closing, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and adjusting entries
• Prepare monthly standalone and consolidated financial statements for the Finance Manager, and periodic financial and management reports such as budget-versus-actual and variance analysis
• Manage end-to-end payroll, including timesheets, salary calculations, deductions, entries and reconciliations
• Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules
• Support budgeting and cash-flow forecasting
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors, and maintain internal controls and compliance with accounting policies
• Organize and maintain financial records and supporting documentation

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• 1-3 years of hands-on accounting experience, including month-end closing, reconciliations and payroll
• Fluency in English, written and spoken
• Good knowledge of accounting principles (US GAAP / IFRS) and financial statement preparation
• Professional accounting certification (CPA, CMA, JCPA) or progress toward one is an advantage

Required skills

• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Odoo or similar systems
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• High attention to detail, able to work independently and meet deadlines