The Accounting Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and alignment with company policies. This role supervises accounting staff, manages general ledger activities, ensures timely closing of books, and provides financial insights to support management decisions. The Accounting Lead also drives process improvements and upholds internal controls to safeguard company assets.

• Lead and supervise the accounting team in handling general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with Finance leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to accounting staff.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Supervise daily accounting operations and team deliverables.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with tax filing deadlines and government reporting.
• Support external and internal auditors during audit engagements.
• Prepare variance analysis and provide financial insights for management decision-making.
• Ensure proper documentation and safeguarding of financial records.
• Monitor cash flows, payables, and receivables to support liquidity management.
• Identify risks and recommend corrective or preventive measures in accounting processes.
• Mentor and coach accounting staff to build capability and support career growth.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of taxation, statutory compliance, and audit processes.
• Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, NetSuite).
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other financial analysis tools.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Leadership and team management capability.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Behavioral Attributes

• Demonstrates ownership and accountability.
• Professional, ethical, and transparent.
• Results-driven and proactive in identifying solutions.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative, yet capable of independent decision-making.