Assistant Accounting Manager

Overview
Manpower is seeking to recruit a Assistant Accounting Manager to join our client's team.

The Assistant Accounting Manager will support the Accounting Manager in overseeing the accounting operations for our clients diverse client base. This role focuses on assisting with client deliverables, supervising junior staff, reviewing work for accuracy, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The Assistant Accounting Manager will also contribute to process improvements and help maintain high-quality service delivery to clients.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the Accounting Manager in managing client relationships and delivering accurate, timely accounting services.
• Prepare and review financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory standards.
• Supervise and mentor junior accountants, providing guidance, feedback, and on-the-job training.
• Assist in the onboarding of new clients, helping integrate financial records into firm systems.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and payroll prepared by junior team members.
• Assist with coordinating external audits, liaising with auditors, and implementing audit recommendations.
• Contribute to the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis for clients.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of internal controls for clients to safeguard assets and ensure reliable reporting.
• Assist with ensuring compliance with statutory and tax filing requirements.
• Participate in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Support the use and monitoring of accounting systems and software, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to provide comprehensive services to clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACCA in progress or partly qualified preferred OR fully Qualified or in the final stages of obtaining an Accounting Qualification.
• Minimum of 34 years of accounting experience, ideally in a client service or corporate services environment, with some exposure to supervising or mentoring junior staff.
• Solid knowledge of financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Familiarity with IFRS and GASPME reporting standards is a must.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero) and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple client deliverables under tight deadlines.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to day-to-day changes in workload and priorities.

Job Info:

• Type of Contract: Indefinite 
• Salary: Depending on experience
• Benefits: Flexible and Hybrid Working | Private Health Insurance
• Work Setting: Onsite - Hybrid Post probation
• Working Days: Monday to Friday
• Working Hours: Flexible
• Candidate location: Must be already living in Malta 

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