Senior Specialist - Accounts

Perform and oversee complex accounting activities to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records and transactions in accordance with accounting standards, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.

Provide technical accounting expertise, support financial reporting processes, and contribute to the effective operation of accounting functions through analysis, reconciliations, controls, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Support management by delivering reliable financial information and accounting insights to facilitate informed decision-making.

Section III: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ ACCOUNTABILITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and review complex accounting transactions, journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and reconciliations.

• Maintain and monitor general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations and supporting schedules.

• Support financial closing activities and ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end processes.

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and regulatory reporting requirements.

• Analyze accounting data, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions where necessary.

• Ensure compliance with IFRS, corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and governance requirements.

• Support internal and external audit activities by preparing documentation, responding to audit inquiries, and implementing recommendations.

• Coordinate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, Procurement, and business functions to resolve accounting-related matters.

• Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate accounting treatment.

• Contribute to process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives within the accounting function.

• Provide technical guidance and support to junior accounting team members as required.

Section IV: KEY INTERACTIONS

Key Internal Interactions

• Accounting Team

• Finance and Reporting Teams

• Treasury Team

• Accounts Payable Team

• Accounts Receivable Team

• Procurement Team

• Internal Audit

• Business Unit Representatives

Key External Interactions

• External Auditors

• Banks and Financial Institutions

• Regulatory Authorities

• Tax Advisors

• Vendors and Service Providers

Requirements

Knowledge

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Professional Certifications

• CPA, ACCA, CMA, CA, SOCPA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.

Skills

• Financial accounting

• General ledger management

• Financial reconciliation

• Financial reporting

• IFRS knowledge

• Internal controls and compliance

• ERP and accounting systems

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Attention to detail

• Communication and stakeholder management

Experience

Years of Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, audit, or finance operations.

Nature of Experience

• Managing accounting transactions, reconciliations, and financial reporting activities.

• Supporting month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Working with ERP systems and accounting software.

• Supporting audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory reporting requirements.

• Operating within corporate, infrastructure, real estate, construction, or diversified business environments.