Head of Accounting

Manpower is seeking to recruit a Head of Accounts to join our client's team.

This post provides the candidate with the opportunity to work with and report directly to the CEO and the management team, lead and build the client accounting team, and be the main point of contact for all client accounting and VAT matters. This role requires a detail-oriented, analytical, and experienced professional with a deep understanding of accounting principles, financial data analysis, compliance requirements, and very importantly passionate about timely delivery and ensuring a positive client experience. If you are eager to step into a key role within a rapidly growing company where your career development will be ensured, and your experience will be valued, this is a great opportunity for you to have great impact during an exciting time for this company

Job Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Mentorship: Lead the client accounting team, set internal KPIs that align with the overall Company targets and foster a cohesive collaborative high-performance team environment. Identify and allocate resources required, recruit accordingly and manage departmental workload to meet deadlines. Assist in training and mentoring the team members, supporting professional development and knowledge sharing within the team. 
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their unique needs and delivering tailored solutions. Identify opportunities to assist and offer additional services to existing clients. Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless client service. 
• Reporting: Internally to report to the Board of Directors on a quarterly basis and the management team (including CEO) on a monthly basis. Simultaneously ensuring exceptional service delivery and quality reporting to clients. 
• Internal Controls: Establish and enforce internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets, reduce risks, and optimize financial operations. 
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for efficiency improvement and contribute to implementing best practices in accounting procedures.
• System Maintenance: Collaborate with IT and other teams to maintain and enhance accounting systems, ensuring data accuracy and functionality. 
• General Ledger Management: Maintain and review general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes. 
• Financial Reporting: Ensure diligent preparation of client financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS, ensuring compliance with internal and external audit requirements. 
• Account Reconciliation: Oversee and perform account reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and ensure the accuracy of financial data of the company's client accounts 
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Collaborate with the Head of Finance in budgeting and forecasting processes, providing data- driven insights for strategic planning. 
• Variance Analysis: Conduct detailed variance analysis on financial performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement; as requested by clients. 
• Taxation, Compliance & Auditing: Lead the annual audit preparations of client accounts, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and liaise with auditors as needed. Be responsible for all VAT accounting matters for all company clients and ensure all filing deadlines are met. 
• Accounts Payable and Receivable Oversight: Oversee the monitoring and management of AP/AR functions, including vendor and customer account reconciliations. Oversee, monitor and be involved according to client requirement in receipts and payments processes and the banking processes

Requirements:

• Masters/Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• CPA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent is a must. 
• Highly proficient in spoken and written English, any additional languages would be advantageous. 
• A commitment to continuous learning, staying updated on industry trends, accounting standards, and regulatory changes.
• Minimum 5 years PQE in accounting, VAT, budgeting, financial analysis and reporting, with at least 2 years in supervisory role. 
• Previous experience in yachting and business aviation industries would be a plus. 
• Knowledge and experience in working with GAAP/IFRS/ISAs.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero would be a plus); advanced MS Office suite skills, mainly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Professionalism, attention to detail and high level of integrity in handling sensitive and confidential information. 
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills, with a proactive approach to supporting team development. 
• Ability to adapt and be flexible, excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, and work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Job Info:

• Type of Contract: Indefinite
• Salary: Depending on experience
• Benefits: Performance Bonus, Training and Professional growth opportunities
• Work Setting: Onsite
• Working Days: Monday to Friday
• Working Hours: 08:30 - 17:30 / Summer Hours: Mon- Thurs +30mins, Friday 08:30-15:00
• Candidate location: Must be already living in Malta

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