Accounting Manager
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Job Overview

We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead our accounting team. You will be overseeing all accounting operations and closely monitoring the financial health of our company. Furthermore, you will be largely responsible for developing and implementing effective accounting practices and strategies.

You should be able to track all financial transactions and maintain accurate records. Besides, you will be responsible for conducting annual internal audits and assisting external auditors in accounting functions. 

Write to us if you have a strong accounting background and an excellent eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Managing and overseeing day to day accounting operations

• Working closely with the Accountant to analyze accounting data

• Producing and cross-checking financial reports/statements

• Implementing corrective measures and outlining proper accounting procedures

• Enforcing systems to collect and verify financial data

• Conducting and monitoring month and year end processes

• Keeping a track of accounts payable and receivable

• Collecting, creating and maintaining cash receipts and general ledger

• Maintaining payroll records

• Undertaking budget and cash forecasting

• Conducting revenue and expenditure analysis

• Completing annual audits

• Maintaining fiscal files and transaction reports

• Developing effective accounting practices and strategies

• Monitoring and presenting accounting KPIs to the management and stakeholders

• Supervising and training new employees

• Undertaking check runs and tax assessments

• Coordinating with other financial managers to identify company’s financial standing and goals

• Communicating with the Accounts Payable Clerk and Accounts Receivable Clerk for timely and accurate processing of bills/invoices

• Adhering to the GAAP guidelines while conducting any accounting practices

• Preparing and evaluating budget reports

• Undertaking capital assets reconciliations

• Maintaining cash receipts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

• 3+ years of working experience as an Accounting Manager or Accounting Supervisor

• Holding Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license

• Proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks and SAP

• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and public accounting

• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices

• Excellent leadership and administrative skills

• Ability to maintain accuracy and integrity 

• Impressive oral and written communication skills

• Ability to multitask

• Familiarity with accounting laws and regulations

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Good arithmetic skills and ability to comprehend complex data