Finance Analyst / Associate Manager

Job Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Analyst with extensive experience in Accounting and Tax Compliance to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, supporting month-end and year-end closing activities, maintaining fixed asset records, and ensuring timely and accurate tax compliance. This role requires a strong understanding of financial principles and country/global specific tax regulations, coupled with excellent analytical skills.

Duties and responsibilities:

Day-to-Day Accounting Operations:

• Manage and execute daily accounting entries, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and other financial transactions efficiently.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure their integrity.

Management Closing Support:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management reporting.
• Ensure all necessary accruals, provisions, and adjustments are made accurately during closing cycles.

Fixed Asset Register (FAR) Management:

• Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register, including additions, disposals, and depreciation calculations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards related to fixed assets.

Bank Reconciliation:

• Perform timely and accurate reconciliation of bank statements with ledger balances.
• Identify and resolve any discrepancies in bank accounts.

Tax Compliances:

• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with various tax regulations.
• Prepare and file tax returns accurately and within stipulated deadlines.
• Assist in responding to tax-related queries and notices.

Audit Support:

• Prepare schedules and provide necessary documentation and explanations for internal and external audits.
• Liaise with auditors to address queries and ensure a smooth audit process.

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

Assist in preparing various financial reports and analyses as required by management.

Identify opportunities for process improvement within accounting and tax functions.

1. Ad-hoc Tasks: Undertake any other finance and accounting related tasks as assigned by the management.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Any Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance.
• Minimum 5+ years of demonstrable experience in finance and accounting roles, with a strong focus on day-to-day accounting, closing activities, FAR, bank reconciliation, and tax compliances.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, data analysis)

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all financial operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.