Senior Executive - Accounts

Job description:

Job Summary

The Senior Executive - Accounts will play a key role in managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization. This role involves maintaining financial records, preparing financial statements, processing transactions, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations. The Senior Executive will also contribute to financial reporting, budgeting, and internal control processes. 

 

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records for assigned development projects.
• Perform month-end closing activities and ensure timely preparation of management reports.
• Prepare project financial reports, including cost reports, profit and loss statements, and project performance analyses.
• Ensure accounting transactions are properly recorded in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies where necessary.

 

Project Cost Monitoring & Budget Control

• Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets and highlight variances.
• Review and track project costs, commitments, and accruals to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support project management and cost optimisation initiatives.

 

Payment & Cash Flow Management

• Review contractors, consultants, and suppliers payment claims and supporting documents.
• Monitor project cash flow requirements and coordinate funding requests.
• Ensure timely processing of project-related payments and compliance with internal approval procedures.

 

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise closely with Project, Commercial, Procurement, Sales, and Finance teams on financial matters related to development projects.
• Support project meetings by providing financial updates and analysis.
• Assist external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory authorities during audits and statutory reviews.

 

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, company policies, and internal control procedures.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and strengthen financial controls.
• Support ad hoc assignments and finance-related projects as required.

Qualifications

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

• Professional accounting certifications (e.g., CPA, CA, CMA) are preferred. 

Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems. 

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and numerical skills. 

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills. 

 

Expected Minimum Years of Experience

3 Years and above