TEAM LEAD: Accounting and Finance

Roles & Responsibilities

General Purpose:

Responsible for supervising, managing, and motivating team members while acting proactively to ensure smooth day-to-day team operations, effective collaboration, and seamless workflow execution. The role is responsible for creating and maintaining an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture that encourages collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

- Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the accounting and finance team.

- Make certain all financial reporting deadlines are met in an accurate and timely manner.

- Ensure accurate and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.

- Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities by coordinating with relevant stakeholders and ensuring timely resolution.

- Establish and maintain strong internal and external stakeholder relationships to support business and operational requirements.

- Monitor team performance, track operational metrics, and report on performance indicators as required.

- Discover training needs within the team and provide coaching and guidance to support continuous development.

- Listen to team members' feedback, address concerns, and resolve any issues or conflicts in a timely and professional manner.

- Recognize high performance, appreciate individual and team accomplishments, and promote a positive work environment.

- Encourage creativity, collaboration, and appropriate risk-taking to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.

- Suggest and organize team-building activities to strengthen collaboration and employee engagement.

- Bring process improvement initiatives to benefit the Organization/Client by supporting efficiency and operational effectiveness.

- Support the Transition team during the initial phase of transition, including documentation, knowledge transfer, and active participation during transition calls.

- Support the interview process during the initial set-up of new team(s), including participation in recruitment and onboarding activities.

Education and Experience:

- Accounting degree or equivalent.

- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles.

- Previous experience in general accounting.

- Knowledge and experience of accounting computer applications.

- Previous team handling experience.

- Previous transition experience is preferred.

- 8+ years of experience in Accounting and Financial Services.

Key Competencies:

- Attention to detail and accuracy.

- Planning and organizing.

- Client handling skills.

- Strong communication skills.

- Strategic thinking.

- Problem identification and analysis.

- Team coordination.