Accounts Manager

The Accounts Manager will manage a set of accounting activities to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate policies, and external audits. This person will manage the accounts payable function, payroll function, monthly closing of accounts, and preparation of reports in support of the financial statements. 

The Accounts Manager will report to and work closely with the Director of Accounting & Reporting and others in the organization in analysis and reconciliation of accounts and in development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and controls. 

The ideal candidate possesses solid operational and technical accounting background and works proactively to drive results. This person is a self-starter, flexible, has a high level of integrity, and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly financial close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, reviewing journal entries, account balance reconciliations, and report preparation 
• Participate in the ongoing development and establishment of accounting policies and procedures and operational strategies, including the review and implementation of process and system changes 
• Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices 
• Participate in strategic financial projects including upgrades and implementation of ERP software 
• Ensure compliance with internal control policies 
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance 
• Responsible for hierarchy and scalability in chart of accounts and accuracy in the general ledger and financial statements and has ultimate authority over classification and booking of all transactions 
• Analyse the effect of statutory accounting practices and studies regulations and guidance to ensure correct application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles 
• Prepare detailed journal entries and account analyses 
• Assist with compilation of information for preparation of tax returns 
• Work with Audit, Tax, and Treasury Manager to ensure overall coordination of all financial accounting activities through annual report 
• Prepare summary feedback of financial statements variances to budget 
• Supervise team of Accountants and Senior Accountants to ensure they're motivated and provided proper support to meet their job duties and responsibilities 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required 
• 8 to 10 years of experience of accounting experience, with at least 3 years of management experience and experience working in infra companies. 
• Strong experience using accounting software and data analytics  
• Highly effective team management 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree or master's degree in accounting, finance, or related field a plus