Chief Accountant
Job Summary
Job Description
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum 5-7 years of accounting experience in e-commerce or retail.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
- Proficiency in accounting software like SAP or Oracle.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis.
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Job Details
We are hiring a "Chief Accountant" for our E-commerce or retail business plays a key role in managing the financial health and regulatory compliance of a fast-paced, digital retail environment. This position oversees all accounting operations, ensures accurate financial reporting, supports business decision-making with data-driven insights at LikeCard.
Responsibilities:
• Manage all general accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with IFRS or GAAP.
• Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are consistently met.
• Monitor inventory valuation, write-offs, and cost of goods sold (COGS), integrating data from warehousing systems.
• Accurately account for payment gateway fees and related transactional costs.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal financial policies.
• Maintain and improve internal control procedures and financial systems.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities for audits and compliance.
• Supervise, mentor, and lead the accounting team, delegating tasks and managing daily operations.
• Provide data-driven financial insights to support business decision-making.
Requirements
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree or CPA/ACCA certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in e-commerce or retail sectors.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft 365 Business Central, or Finance & Operations.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities to manage and develop teams effectively.
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