Senior Accountant

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Senior Accountant

Job Summary

As a Statutory Fixed Assets Accountant with knowledge in IFRS and US GAAP, your primary responsibility will be to maintain the local GAAP CAPEX books. This includes recording and tracking fixed assets, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is maintained in accordance with local accounting rules and regulations.

Your role will also involve applying the local rules and regulations to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. This may include understanding and implementing any changes in accounting standards or regulations related to fixed assets.

Additionally, you will be responsible for preparing CAPEX Movement schedules. This involves analyzing and documenting the movement of fixed assets, such as additions, disposals, transfers, and impairments. You will need to accurately record these movements and prepare schedules that provide a clear overview of the changes in the fixed asset base.

Your knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP will be essential in ensuring that the fixed asset accounting is in line with international accounting standards. This may involve reconciling differences between local GAAP (IFRS) and US GAAP, as well as providing guidance on the appropriate accounting treatment for fixed assets.

Overall, your role as a Statutory Fixed Assets Accountant will require strong attention to detail, knowledge of accounting principles, and the ability to interpret and apply local rules and regulations. You will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate fixed asset records and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and up-to-date recording and tracking of fixed assets in accordance with local accounting rules and regulations

• Understand and implement any changes in accounting standards or regulations related to fixed assets, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements

• Analyze and document the movement of fixed assets, including additions, disposals, transfers, and impairments. Accurately record these movements and prepare schedules that provide a clear overview of changes in the fixed asset base

• Use your knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP to ensure that fixed asset accounting is in line with international accounting standards. Provide guidance on the appropriate accounting treatment for fixed assets

• Ensure that all fixed asset information is accurately recorded and maintained, including asset details, depreciation calculations, and any changes in asset status

• Work closely with other departments, such as finance, procurement, and operations, to gather necessary information and ensure accurate reporting. Liaise with auditors and regulatory bodies as required

• Continuously monitor changes in accounting standards and regulations related to fixed assets, and proactively implement any necessary updates or changes to ensure compliance

• Assist other team members or departments with fixed asset-related queries or issues, providing guidance and recommendations based on your expertise in fixed asset accounting and local regulations

• Conduct regular reviews and audits of fixed asset records to identify any discrepancies or errors, and take appropriate corrective actions

• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve fixed asset accounting processes, and actively participate in initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy

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