Accountant

Job Description:

About the Role:

We are hiring a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant for our international client based in The Gambia, West Africa. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in international accounting standards (IFRS/US GAAP), managing multi-currency transactions, and handling end-to-end accounting operations for overseas entities.

This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals looking to work in a global environment with exposure to international accounting and cross-border financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee daily accounting operations in compliance with international financial reporting standards (IFRS/US GAAP).

• Maintain accurate books of accounts, including accounts payable, receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.

• Handle foreign currency transactions, reconciliations, and cash flow statements.

• Coordinate with global finance teams, auditors, and consultants to ensure financial compliance.

• Manage tax filings, statutory reporting, and adherence to local as well as international financial regulations.

• Support budgeting, cost control, and variance analysis activities.

• Implement and maintain effective internal controls and accounting systems.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance.

• Professional certification such as CA, CPA, or ACCA preferred.

• 5–10 years of experience in accounting, with at least 3+ years in international accounting.

• Strong understanding of IFRS / US GAAP and global accounting procedures.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Tally, Xero, or SAP.

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English.

• Experience working with multinational or Africa-based organizations will be an added advantage.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Key Skills:

International Accounting | IFRS | US GAAP | Financial Reporting | Reconciliation | QuickBooks | Xero | Accounts Payable/Receivable | Audit Coordination | MIS Reporting

Salary: As per industry standards