GRS Recruitment is delighted to present an exciting opportunity for a Permanent Senior Accountant in a well-established Aviation company based in Malta. Our client is seeking a dedicated professional who possesses significant expertise in accounting and auditing practices to join their dynamic team.The group is experiencing significant growth, and as a result a Senior Accountant position is currently available. The Senior Accountant will form part of the Finance Team, and will work together with the team members to meet the Group’s accounting and financial reporting requirements. If you are an experienced accountant looking to further your career in a thriving environment, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Understanding the Group’s business with particular emphasis on the monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting processes and time-frames;
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Monitoring and reviewing of book-keeping;
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Issuing and reviewing of customer invoices, maintaining and chasing aged receivables, accrued income and related matters;
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Reviewing of purchase invoices and monitoring of accounts payable;
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Carrying out several day-to-day tasks such as general ledger entries, reconciliations and intercompany transactions;
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Managing and taking ownership of the monthly and annual reporting tasks, including but not limited to inter-company reconciliations, completeness of accruals and prepayments, ensuring proper income and cost allocation, reviewing and reconciling of Balance sheet accounts, etc;
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Supervising, training and supporting junior team members
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Preparing monthly management accounts;
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Processing of payments;
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Preparing Cash flow forecasting and related analysis;
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Assisting with the preparation of budgets and other financial reports, as required;
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Assisting with financial and statutory reporting;
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Assisting with periodic VAT and tax reporting;
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Liaising with external auditors, to assist with the smooth execution of annual audits;
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Liaising with and handling finance queries from banks, suppliers, customers, internal teams, professional advisors and third parties, as required;
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Participate in assigned internal projects;
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Any other duties for the smooth running of the department.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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In possession of a degree in Accounting from the University of Malta or ACCA qualification;
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Minimum of 5 years previous experience in a similar role in Malta;
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Good knowledge of accounting and IFRS principles;
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Local experience in the aviation sector or with one of the Big Four audit firms or a corporate service provider would be an asset;
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Knowledge of local and cross-border VAT laws would also be an asset. Ability to work in a team and collaborate with various departments;
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Professional and dependable; • Works to meet agreed deadlines;
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Logical and methodical approach to work;
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a good eye for detail;
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Excellent organisational skills and maintaining highest standards at all times;
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Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English, and preferably Maltese too;
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Proficient at interpreting and communicating technical accounting issues;
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Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT tools;
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Self-motivated and flexible with a can-do attitude, willing to learn, and capable of working under pressure and independently in a fast paced and dynamic environment
COMPANY BENEFITS
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Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
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Opportunities for professional development and growth.
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Work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
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Flexible working hours.
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Health and wellness programs.
Due to the high volume of applications received at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Michelle Cooper, michellec@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +356 27780664 for further information.