Senior Financial Accountant

The Senior Financial Accountant is responsible for supporting the company's financial accounting and reporting activities, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions and timely preparation of financial reports. The role assists in maintaining compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements while supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.

The position works closely with various departments to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial information and plays a key role in supporting management reporting, audits, and operational finance activities.

The ideal candidate should possess strong accounting fundamentals, analytical capabilities, and experience in financial reporting and corporate accounting processes.


Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and accounting schedules
• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely recording of financial transactions
• Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities
• Review general ledger balances and reconcile accounting discrepancies
• Monitor and analyze financial data to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for management reporting requirements

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Analysis

• Assist in preparation and consolidation of budgets and financial forecasts
• Monitor actual financial performance against budget and forecast targets
• Analyze financial variances and prepare explanations for management review
• Support departments in monitoring expenses and budget utilization
• Assist management in identifying cost-saving opportunities and financial improvement initiatives
• Participate in financial planning and reporting discussions with operational teams

Accounting Operations and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and financial procedures
• Support implementation and monitoring of internal controls and accounting processes
• Coordinate with internal departments regarding accounting concerns and reporting requirements
• Assist in validating purchase requisitions and ensuring budget availability when required
• Monitor accounting documentation and ensure proper filing of financial records
• Support tax, compliance, and regulatory reporting requirements when necessary

Audit and Process Improvement Support

• Prepare schedules and supporting documents for internal and external audit requirements
• Coordinate with auditors regarding financial records, reconciliations, and reporting inquiries
• Assist in identifying process gaps and recommending improvements in accounting workflows
• Participate in finance transformation and process enhancement initiatives
• Support implementation of improved accounting systems and reporting tools

Stakeholder Coordination and Reporting Support

• Coordinate with operations, procurement, treasury, and finance teams regarding financial concerns
• Support management reporting and financial presentation requirements
• Assist leadership in monitoring financial performance and operational spending trends
• Ensure timely submission of reports and schedules required by management and stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or related course
• At least 3–5 years of experience in financial accounting, general accounting, or financial reporting
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting is preferred
• Experience in purchase requisition validation or budget monitoring is an advantage
• Strong understanding of accounting standards and financial controls
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP is preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment