Chief Accountant
Core
Oversee daily accounting operations, prepare financial statements, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage the accounting team.
Role type
Senior IC Chief Accountant
Builds
Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; internal controls; audit responses
Domain
Corporate Finance / Accounting
Required skills
General ledger management, Accounts payable/receivable, Payroll processing, Fixed assets management, Bank reconciliations, Financial statement preparation, Tax compliance, Internal controls design, Audit coordination, Budgeting and forecasting, Journal entry review, Cash flow monitoring, Team supervision and mentoring, ERP system proficiency, Advanced Excel proficiency
Preferred skills
CPA, ACCA, CMA certification
Technologies
ERP systems, Accounting software, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and bank reconciliations; Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards; Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and internal financial policies; Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes; Monitor cash flow, budgets, and financial performance; Coordinate internal and external audits and respond to audit findings; Develop and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets; Supervise, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff to ensure high performance and professional development; Support the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts; Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and implement best practices; Collaborate with management by providing financial analysis and recommendations to support business decisions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities
