Senior Financial Accountant with 12 years of experience in the industry, I bring a proven track record of excellence in financial reporting, analysis, compliance, reconciliation, and preparing and filing of sales tax and income tax returns. My expertise lies in providing strategic financial guidance, ensuring accurate financial statements, and optimizing financial processes to drive organizational success.
Job Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy and Planning:
Develop and implement financial strategies and plans aligned with the company's goals and objectives. Provide financial insights and recommendations to the executive team.
Financial Reporting:
Oversee the preparation of financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards. Budgeting and Forecasting:
Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, collaborating with department heads to gather input and monitor performance against budget.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
Supervise accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections. Review and approve payment disbursements and monitor outstanding receivables.
Cost Accounting:
Manage cost accounting activities, including the allocation of manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, and cost control measures.
Inventory Management:
Oversee inventory accounting, tracking, and reconciliation, ensuring accurate records and compliance with industry standards.
Financial Analysis:
Conduct financial analysis to evaluate manufacturing profitability, cost optimization, and process improvements. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency.
Tax Compliance:
Ensure compliance with all tax regulations, including income tax, sales tax, and payroll tax. Prepare and file tax returns and coordinate with external tax advisors.
Financial Audits:
Manage the annual financial audit process, liaising with external auditors and providing necessary documentation.
Team Leadership:
Lead and mentor the accounting and finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Provide guidance on complex accounting matters and financial decision-making.
Job Responsibilities:
Import Financial Management:
Manage all financial aspects related to import transactions, including letters of credit, import documentation, customs compliance, and currency exchange. Monitor and control import costs and expenses, ensuring efficient use of resources.
Financial Reporting:
Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Month-end and Year-end Closing:
Lead and coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes for import-related accounts. Perform reconciliations and adjustments as needed.
Inventory Management:
Oversee inventory accounting, valuation, and reconciliation, ensuring accurate records and compliance with international accounting standards.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
Supervise accounts payable and receivable activities, including the processing of supplier invoices and customer payments. Review and approve payment disbursements and monitor collections.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Collaborate with management to develop annual budgets and forecasts specific to import operations. Track performance against budget and provide variance analysis.
Tax Compliance:
Ensure compliance with all tax regulations related to imports, including customs duties, VAT, and other import-related taxes. Prepare and submit tax returns accurately and on time.
Financial Analysis:
Conduct financial analysis to evaluate import profitability, cost control, and pricing strategies. Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvements.
Audit Support:
Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations related to import transactions.
Process Improvement:
Identify and implement process improvements in import-related financial workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Job Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Month-end and Year-end Closing:
Lead and manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations and adjustments. Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts, collaborating with department heads to gather input and monitor performance against budget.
General Ledger Management:
Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations. Monitor and analyze accounts for discrepancies and variances.
Accounts Payable and Receivable Oversight:
Supervise accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring proper invoice processing, payment disbursement, and collections.
Review aging reports and address overdue accounts.
Financial Analysis:
Conduct financial analysis and provide insights into company performance, profitability, and cost control.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
Tax Compliance:
Ensure compliance with all tax regulations, including income tax, sales tax, and payroll tax.
Prepare and file tax returns and coordinate with external tax advisors.
Audit Support:
Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
Maintain organized and well-documented financial records for audit purposes.
Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, controls, and systems to streamline operations and increase efficiency.
Team Leadership:
Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
Job Responsibilities:
Financial Data Entry and Transactions:
Record and post financial transactions, including invoices, expenses, and receipts, accurately into the accounting system.
Verify and reconcile financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
Manage accounts payable by processing vendor invoices, tracking payment deadlines, and preparing disbursements.
Assist in accounts receivable activities, including generating invoices, monitoring receivables, and following up on outstanding payments.
Bank Reconciliation:
Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure that bank statements match company records.
Financial Reporting:
Assist in preparing financial statements, reports, and schedules as required.
Contribute to month-end and year-end closing processes.
Support Audits:
Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documents and information.
Maintain organized and well-documented financial records for audit purposes.
Expense Tracking:
Track and monitor employee expenses, ensuring adherence to company policies.
Compliance:
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.