Accounting & Financial Advisory
9 months ago
Senior Accountant - Bermuda Secondment
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Company information
- Company
- Accounting & Financial Advisory
- Location
- South Africa, Western Cape, Cape Town Region, Cape Town City Centre South Africa
- Posted
- 9 months ago
Job description
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of effectively managing financial responsibilities and ensuring accuracy and compliance across all accounting functions. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in our financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes, as well as providing strategic financial guidance to senior management.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance
- Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with established accounting principles and regulations
- Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for the business
- Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations
- Collaborate with internal teams to support budgeting and forecasting processes, as well as financial analysis and strategic planning initiatives
- Provide financial guidance to senior management, including recommending opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth
- Assist with audits and tax filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Mentor and train junior accounting staff to develop their skills and expertise
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with at least 2 years in a senior accounting position
- Financial services experience
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations, including GAAP and IFRS would be advantageous
- Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance
- Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with established accounting principles and regulations
- Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for the business
- Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations
- Collaborate with internal teams to support budgeting and forecasting processes, as well as financial analysis and strategic planning initiatives
- Provide financial guidance to senior management, including recommending opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth
- Assist with audits and tax filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Mentor and train junior accounting staff to develop their skills and expertise
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with at least 2 years in a senior accounting position
- Financial services experience
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations, including GAAP and IFRS would be advantageous
- Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Required skills
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