Senior Accountant

CEQUENS is a leading global communications platform as a service (CPaaS) provider that simplifies customer engagement for businesses through its innovative, reliable, and secure communication solutions. Established in 2011, CEQUENS offers a comprehensive suite of APIs, including SMS, WhatsApp for Business, Voice, Push Notifications, and more, enabling seamless and personalized interactions across multiple channels. Our partner network covers MEA region with international access to messaging hubs worldwide and our clients include major banks, credit cards, digital payments, OTT applications, government authorities, health and education, and other industry verticals.

Job Overview:

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to execute and support all general ledger, cash management, and fixed asset accounting activities across all jurisdictions, ensuring accurate financial records, effective cash flow monitoring, proper asset accounting, and timely completion of assigned accounting processes and reconciliations.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger Accounting

• Prepare and review journal entries for assigned accounts and transaction types
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and account balances
• Perform monthly account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Prepare adjusting entries and accruals as required for management review and approval
• Support consolidation activities by preparing intercompany eliminations and adjustments
• Assist in month-end closing activities and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks
• Maintain supporting documentation for all journal entries and account reconciliations

Cash Management Support

• Monitor daily cash positions and bank balances across assigned accounts
• Prepare daily and weekly cash reports and forecasts
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Process and record cash receipts, payments, and bank transactions
• Support foreign exchange transaction recording and revaluation processes
• Maintain cash flow forecasting models and update actual cash movements
• Coordinate with banking partners on account maintenance and transaction inquiries

Fixed Asset Accounting

• Maintain fixed asset registers and ensure accurate asset records
• Process fixed asset additions, disposals, transfers, and retirements
• Calculate and record monthly depreciation entries across all asset categories
• Prepare periodic asset reconciliations and investigate variances
• Support physical asset verification processes and reconcile to accounting records
• Maintain asset master data including locations, cost centers, and depreciation methods
• Assist in asset impairment assessments and write-off procedures

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with established accounting policies and procedures
• Maintain proper supporting documentation for all transactions and reconciliations
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing requested documentation
• Perform assigned control activities and monitor compliance with approval matrices
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and unusual variances
• Assist in the implementation of process improvements and system enhancements

Reporting & Analysis

• Assist in preparing monthly financial reporting packages for assigned areas
• Provide variance analysis and explanations for account movements
• Support budget preparation and forecasting processes
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses and reports as requested by management
• Maintain financial reporting schedules and supporting documentation
• Assist in the preparation of regulatory and compliance reports

System & Process Management

• Maintain ERP system master data for assigned accounts and cost centres
• Process system transactions and ensure accurate data entry
• Support system implementations, upgrades, and testing processes
• Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency improvements
• Maintain and update accounting procedures and documentation
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all system transactions

Requirements

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification preferred
• Relevant professional development and continuing education

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience
• General ledger and financial reporting experience required
• Cash management and banking operations experience preferred
• Fixed asset accounting experience preferred
• ERP system experience required
• Multi-jurisdictional accounting experience preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP)
• Advanced Excel skills including financial modelling and data analysis
• ERP system proficiency in GL, cash management, and fixed asset modules
• Understanding of consolidation and multi-currency accounting
• Cash flow forecasting and working capital management knowledge
• Fixed asset accounting and depreciation calculation expertise