Senior Accountant Internal Finance

Job Brief

The accountant will serve as a skilled, disciplined, hardworking and detail-oriented member of Baker Tilly's internal finance team. The successful applicant will be tasked with: (i) maintaining accurate accounting records in accordance with established accounting policies and International Financial Reporting Standards; (ii) preparing precise and complete sets of management reporting, financial analysis, budgets, forecasts and financial statements; (iii) performing bank, supplier, debtor, and cash reconciliations among others; (iv) and supporting the internal finance team. This position is integral to upholding financial accuracy and operational transparency within a dynamic professional setting at Baker Tilly.

Bookkeeping & Statutory

• Maintain accurate accounting records using basic double entry principles.
• Daily posting of transactions into the general ledger.
• Handle inter-company and partner account transactions where applicable.
• Prepare payment approval documentation prior to finalizing payments to suppliers.
• Always maintain documentation and records for all transactions.
• Assist internal finance team to finalize all monthly, quarterly, semesterly and annual compliance & statutory filings. 

Account Preparation

• Prepare trial balances, profit & loss accounts, cash flows and balance sheets.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closings.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and calculate depreciation.
• Ensure ledger accuracy and perform necessary adjustments.
• Prepare consolidated financial management accounts & financial statements.
• Maintain a schedule of supplier payments and due dates.
• Reconcile supplier statements to the general ledger monthly.
• Reconcile bank statements and petty cash accounts monthly.                                                          
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable aging schedules.                                                                  
• Support internal audit and compliance requirements.

Management Reporting

• Prepare detailed monthly financial management reports by lines of services.
• Prepare Income & expenditure reports.
• Prepare Margin, Markup and efficiency reports & analysis.
• Analyze Budget vs actual performance.
• Keep Cash flow forecasts up to date.
• Provide commentary on financial trends and anomalies to partners and management.
• Assist in forecasting and budget planning processes.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role within an audit, consulting, industry or professional services firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, and/or ACCA (in progress).
• Strong command of double-entry bookkeeping and account preparation.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or ERP systems).
• Strong Excel skills, including Power BI or equivalent skills.
• Good understanding of financial reporting and internal controls.
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information.
• Experience in preparing management reports & financial analysis.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with time billing systems or audit firm practice management software.
• Knowledge of VAT, payroll processing, and local tax regulations.