Senior Accountant

-Work alongside & learn from best in class talent

-Join a market leader within Media & Entertainment

-A role that offers a breadth of learning opportunities

Our client is a trusted partner, delivering world-class, audience-centric experiences through continuous innovation.

The Job

Position Purpose

The Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing general accounting functions, including maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations for TAIT’s ASIA region.

Responsibilities

General Accounting:

Bank transaction postings and bank account reconciliation

Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable

Cash flow management and forecasting

Accounting & Reporting

Preparation of project financial data and improving visibility on project costs

Work in consultation with Management and other departments for the management and control of contract costs and profitability

Support the Management team with setting up project codes, support them with their project budgets and forecasts, invoicing and revenue recognition and cost estimating

Financial Reporting:

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow).

Ensure financial statements comply with regional requirements.

Assist with the preparation of reports for senior management, including variance analysis and financial performance insights.

General Ledger Management:

Oversee the general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness of all accounting records.

Complete journal entries and reconciliations, ensuring compliance with internal policies.

Investigate discrepancies in accounts and resolve issues in a timely manner.

Month-End and Year-End Closing:

Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.

Ensure proper documentation and support for all accounting transactions.

Prepare and review reconciliations for balance sheet accounts.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

Ensure compliance with internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.

Lead in preparing for internal and external audits.

Maintain effective accounting policies and procedures.

Tax Preparation and Statutory Reporting:

Assist in the preparation of tax returns and work with tax professionals for tax compliance.

Ensure proper accounting for tax liabilities and deferred taxes.

Ensure statutory reporting or audits are complete timely and accurate.

Ideal Candidate

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent certification preferred).

Understanding and experience of Accounting

Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounting

Possess excellent IT skills and a working knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel

Proficient in accounting software ( preferred).

Experience with financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

High level of verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with all levels of management

Proactive and problem-solving, meeting deadlines type

Reliability, flexibility, organized, attention to detail, ability to work to strict deadlines

CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) designation (desirable)

Experience with systems and advanced accounting software (desirable)

Knowledge of tax laws and regulations (desirable)

Experience in the construction or manufacturing industries (desirable)

Percentage completion accounting (desirable)