Accountant

On behalf of our Client, an independent social enterprise that provides analysis, local insight, and research to support international development projects and programs, we are looking for an Accountant to be based at their offices in Limassol, Cyprus.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up budgets in the accounting system for externally funded projects as awards are received
• Provides a revenue recognition code to external accounting service provider during project set up in SAP
• Assists in internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and support
• Reviews and approves fee payroll of contributing consultants and ensures filing and document transfer of contributing consultant documents (invoice, time sheet and expense reports) to external accounting service provider
• Responsible for Staff Payroll
• Generates and provides external accounting service provider with payroll reports on a monthly basis for reconciliation purposes
• Consolidates list of payables (Payment Log Consultants, Staff and Vendors) and submits pay log to managing director for approval
• Uploads payments to Electronic Banking System (EBS) including required supporting documentation
• Ensures a complete and accurate list of periodic recurrent expenses (Vendor list recurrent payments)
• Receives all bank payment instruments & approves and signs the bank reconciliation form
• Implements project costing via cost allocation of direct and non-project associated costs 
• Responsible for SAP Business One accounting software to oversee and review book-keeping and SAP entries
• Closes the month in the financial ledgers, approves the trial balance and closure of the period in the G/L and project ledgers
• Establishes pivot table instructions for shared costs
• Provides the Finance Manager SAP accounting system reports 
• Updates and submits Cigna Allocation to external accounting service provider for SAP entries
• Reviews monthly financial statements and reconciliations and reports any significant deviations to the Managing Director

Job Requirements

• 2-3 years of accounting experience 
• Degree in Accounting
• ACCA/ACA Qualified
• Practical experience with IFRS and Financial Reporting
• Working knowledge of the SAP Accounting Software is required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written  
• Proven ability to work under pressure and be part of a team
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills, with outstanding attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with and support an international, inter-disciplinary, multi-cultural team of professionals

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package
• Pleasant work environment
• 21 days Annual leave
• Annual bonus upon performance

All CVs will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.

Head of Financial Management & Accounting Administration

Uniteam Global Business Services delivers outstanding professional business services in the areas of financial management, accounting administration, human resources and information technology, enabling customers to focus on the core activities.

With immediate effect we are looking for a Head of Financial Management & Accounting Administration to be based at our office in Yangon, Myanmar.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Engages with the business locally to ensure that the services provided by the Finance Service Line are aligned with local business needs.
• Communicates with the Finance Service Line Head, Managing Partner, Group Finance Director (GFD) and the Managing Directors of each Business Unit regarding any matters that require their attention.
• Ensures that the Finance Service Line (Myanmar) has the appropriate internal controls system, processes and procedures in place to execute its role effectively.
• Ensures that the Finance Service Line (MM) employees in Myanmar have the tools, systems and knowledge necessary to execute their responsibilities.
• Oversees all month-end closing activities including general ledger maintenance, balance sheet reconciliations and allocation of corporate/overhead costs.
• Oversees the preparation of the Monthly management accounts for each business unit.
• Oversees the preparation of the Quarterly Board Package for each business unit.
• Oversees the preparation of ad-hoc reports requested by the BoD, the CEO and the Business Units Managing Directors.
• Assists the Business Units Managing Directors in Myanmar in the preparation of their annual business plans and budgets.
• Liaises with the external auditors for scheduling the annual audit, assisting the external auditors as required.
• Ensures that the tax reporting for legal entities located in Myanmar is appropriately and timely performed.
• Ensures the implementation of specific projects within the Finance Service Line (e.g., new software system).
• Leads all business development efforts.
• Prepares and implements UGBS’s annual business plan and budgets (Myanmar).
• Represents UGBS – Finance Service Line (MM) to major customers and ensures that good working relationships with clients are maintained.

Job Requirements

• University degree or similar qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent
• Good command of spoken and written English
• ACCA/ACA/CAT/AAT or other relevant professional qualification.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience
• Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, communication (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Knowledge of SAP or similar accounting package

We offer

• A competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience
• Extraordinary opportunity to learn and develop personal and professional skills in one of the most exotic countries
• Accommodation / Flight to/from Myanmar/ Additional benefits

All CVs will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.