Financial Lead (KLI-67)

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain highly accurate financial records and general ledger entries.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

• Perform comprehensive account reconciliations (including bank, cash, receivables, and payables).

• Monitor cash flow and financial performance while assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

• Ensure strict compliance with local accounting standards and regional tax regulations.

• Prepare and file necessary tax returns (e.g., VAT/GST, corporate income tax, withholding tax).

• Support internal/external audits by preparing documentation and directly liaising with external auditors.

• Stay updated on regulatory and tax law updates affecting the business.

• Process vendor invoices, outgoing payments, and employee expense reports accurately and on time.

• Monitor accounts receivable and proactively follow up on outstanding payments.

• Maintain and optimize proper corporate billing and collections processes.

• Maintain, review, and improve internal controls and corporate accounting procedures.

• Identify bottlenecks to streamline financial workflows and maximize efficiency.

• Support the implementation, migration, or optimization of accounting software and systems.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of professional accounting experience.

• Accounting Standards: Strong working knowledge of established accounting principles (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).

• Advanced Excel Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (must be highly comfortable with pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and deep data analysis).

• Software Familiarity: Practical experience with modern cloud accounting software or ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, NetSuite, or similar).

• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a proven ability to work independently to meet tight closing deadlines.