Assistant Manager - Client Accounts

Manpower Malta on behalf of our client are seeking an Assistant Manager - Client Accounting.

Selected candidate will supervise & manage a small team of full/part qualified accountants providing, in a timely manner, accounting related services to international clients. The role requires constant liaison with the Directors, clients and other professional service providers. Salary is dependent on candidate's relevant experience & fit. The selected candidate will be expected to maintain strong client relationships and address all client issues and inquiries promptly and accurately.

Non-Maltese candidates will be considered provided they have an excellent command of English, hail from a CSP background, have the requisite qualifications as per relevant sections below and have a good knowledge of Maltese framework (Accounting, VAT & Tax laws). 

Duties 

• Analysing financial data.
• Generating management reports to provide insights to clients .
• Ensuring that financial reports comply with the relevant accounting standards. 
• Updating accounting records. 
• Preparing and filing vat returns .
• Assisting with income tax computations.
• Overseeing the accounting processes.
• Using the necessary accounting software. 
• Supervising and mentoring junior accounting staff.
• Reviewing the work of junior accountants and training
• Ensuring compliance with audit requirements
• Preparing documents for auditors 
• Liaising with auditors 
• Ensuring adherence to internal controls and procedures

Essentially Primary Requirements 

• Qualified or near-qualified accountant
• Has at least 3 -4 years experience in a similar position 
• Knowledge and exposure of IFRS and GASPME reporting 

Skills 

• Ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail 
• Able to meet deadlines
• Pro-active and organised with a keen eye for detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a can-do attitude approach
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Proficiency in Microsoft software 

Working Conditions 

• Work location: Mriehel
• Standard working hours 8.30 to 17.30 Monday to Friday, one hour break in between
• Flexi-time: IN 7:30 to 9.30 OUT 16.30 to 1830*.
• Possibility of telework two/three times weekly* after probation
• Annual Performance Bonuses
• Tax-efficient Fringe Benefits
• Every day is Dress-down