We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accountant with at least 5 years of experience in maintaining 100% accuracy in bookkeeping, applying accounting best practices, and proactively identifying risks and opportunities.
Key Skills and Responsibilities:
- 100% Bookkeeping Accuracy: Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail in recording all financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate financial records
- Expert Knowledge of Accounting Best Practices: Well-versed in GAAP/IFRS standards, tax laws, and financial regulations, ensuring compliance and adherence to industry standards
- Risk Identification & Mitigation: Proactively identifies and communicates potential financial risks and red flags, implementing controls and suggesting strategic improvements
- Opportunities Identification: Analyzes financial data to uncover opportunities for cost savings, revenue growth, or operational improvements
- Process Improvement Mindset: Continuously seeks to enhance accounting processes through automation, system improvements, and workflow optimization to increase efficiency and accuracy
- Hands-on Approach: Willingness to perform day-to-day bookkeeping, reconciliations, financial reporting, and hands-on tasks
Requirements:
- At least 5 years experience in ensuring 100% bookkeeping accuracy and timely financial reporting
- Experience in implementing accounting process improvements, resulting in financial and/or non-financial benefits for the organization
- Led month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with local and international accounting standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to share financial insights and timely updates
- Proficient in (any) accounting software and spreadsheets
- With previous startup experience is an advantage
- CPA or equivalent certification is a plus
