Finance Accountant

The Finance Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely month-end closings, coordinating with external accountants, and supporting statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions. The role provides reliable accounting support to the Finance Manager and helps maintain financial integrity through proper reconciliations, documentation, and adherence to accounting standards.

Responsibilities:

Accounting

• Record and review accounting entries to ensure accuracy and timely posting across all entities.
• Perform reconciliations for banks, intercompany accounts, accruals, prepayments, and general ledger accounts.
• Maintain accounting schedules and provide supporting documentation for month-end close.
• Support the timely completion of month-end closing activities, including accruals, adjustments, journals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports (P&L, balance sheet schedules) for internal/third-party review.
• Review supplier invoices for correct accounting treatment and VAT coding.
• Ensure proper accounting for service-company invoices (management fees, recharges, cost allocations).
• Support the preparation of annual financial statements by compiling schedules and supporting reports.
• Ensure the accounting system remains clean, structured, and aligned with group policies.

Revenue Recognition

• Collaborate with PSP/Provider reconciliation staff to ensure accurate monthly revenue and fee recognition.

Statutory and Compliance

• Coordinate with local tax advisors in different countries to ensure timely filing of VAT/GST, corporate tax, and statutory accounts.
• Ensure that all required filings and compliance deadlines across jurisdictions are met.
• Prepare and submit mandatory financial reports to regulators and licensing bodies across different jurisdictions

Audit Support

• Prepare audit-ready files, ensuring completeness and accuracy of supporting documents.

• Act as a key point of contact for external auditors during year-end group audits.

Process Improvement

• Participate in the development and implementation of internal financial and accounting policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2-3 years of experience in finance roles
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) and regulatory requirements
• Hands-on Approach: Willingness to be involved in the day-to-day operations of the finance department, especially in a growing company
• Analytical Skills: Capable of analysing financial data, identifying trends, and making recommendations based on insights
• Operational Efficiency: Ability to optimize finance processes and systems, driving improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and consistency

Nice to have: 

• Previous experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., gambling, financial services) is preferred
• Relevant certifications (ACCA, CIMA, etc.) is a plus
• Financial Expertise: Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP, IFRS, GAPSME)
• Tax and Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with tax laws, VAT regulations, and statutory reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions