Interim Year End Accountant

Key responsibilities:

1. Preparation of Year-End Financial Statements:
• Lead the preparation of the annual financial statements
• Ensure all financial reports are accurate, complete, and comply with relevant regulatory and audit requirements.
• Coordinate the consolidation of accounts for the group
2. Audit Coordination and Support:
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors during the year-end audit process.
• Prepare and provide audit schedules, supporting documentation, and necessary financial data in a timely manner.
• Address and resolve auditor queries and issues during the audit process to ensure a smooth and efficient audit.
3. Financial Close Process:
• Oversee the month-end and year-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure all transactions, accruals, and adjustments are appropriately recorded before year-end.
4. Compliance and Regulatory Reporting:
• Ensure financial reporting is compliant with statutory regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
• Assist in preparing other statutory reports, tax filings, and disclosures, including liaising with tax advisors as needed.
5. Internal Controls and Process Improvement:
• Ensure that appropriate internal controls are in place and being followed throughout the year to safeguard the accuracy of financial data.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency and reduce risks in year-end reporting.
6. Collaboration with Finance Team:
• Work closely with the finance team and other departments to gather necessary data and ensure alignment on year-end reporting requirements.
7. Variance Analysis and Financial Reviews:
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and variance reporting to highlight key drivers of financial performance.
• Present year-end financial results to senior management, identifying trends, risks, and areas for improvement.
8. Planning and Forecasting:
• Assist in the development of the year-end financial audit timetable and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Plan and forecast year-end adjustments to ensure the financial accounts align with forecasts and budgets.
9. Stakeholder Communication:
• Ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, regulatory bodies, and senior management.
• Provide periodic updates on the status of the year-end close and audit process to relevant parties.
10. Documentation and Record Keeping:
• Maintain detailed records of all audit-related documentation, ensuring clear audit trails and compliance with retention policies.
• Ensure proper documentation and explanation of significant financial transactions, estimates, and adjustments.