Senior Accountant

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check to see whether the role you are interested in is posted on our career website.About TMF GroupTMF Group is a leading provider of administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. As we’re a global company with 11,000+ colleagues based in over 125 offices across 87 jurisdictions, we actively seek out people with the talent and potential to flourish at TMF Group, whatever their background, and offer job opportunities to the broadest spectrum of people. Once on board we nurture and promote talented individuals, making sure that senior positions are open to all.Discover the RoleIt is an area experiencing significant growth in TMF, thus providing an opportunity for great career development.Key Responsibilities1. StrategyUnderstand the importance of revenue, productivity, chargeability and the client relationship and effectively apply this understanding to daily tasks.2. Leadership and People ManagementBe responsible for the delivery of work with the right level of quality and timeliness for Tier 1-2 ClientsProvide training and guidance to team members focusing on task performance3.OperationsBe the Onboarding Specialist, obtaining information from other teams/ Client, if requiredEnsure appropriate controls, policies and processes are adhered toIdentify areas for improvement in policies, processes, procedures and systemsImplement changes to procedures, guidelines, when applicable.Coordinatereviews, billing and other internal controls to ensure that they are conducted and observedCollaborate and share knowledge/expertise across service lines and other TMF offices on specific dealsSupport the implementation and updating of systemsEscalate technical issues and knowledge gaps, where required4. Client serviceBuild, develop and maintain relationships with clients, auditors as appropriate as assigned within the portfolio, building a first-rate professional relationship with assigned clients acting as a secondary point of contactEnsure the delivery of services in accordance with each client engagement letterAttend client meetings, as requiredShare relevant information and updates to clientsOversee completion of know your client procedures for all assigned clients5. Team-based responsibilitiesCoordinate with the onboarding of new clientsProcessing of accounting and tax associated work for Tier 2 ClientsReview, test and reconcile the work and data received from accountants for Tier 1 ClientsAssist with the coordination and preparation of monthly and annual trackersPerform any other reasonable assignment requested by managementPersonal utilization of 85% - whereby 85% of hours are aligned to client work and service deliveryKey RequirementsKey competenciesBe organized, logical and thorough in the execution of their functionAbility to follow defined processes through basic problem solving.Deadline-oriented person with the ability to work under pressure.Ability to prioritize and manage personal workloadExcellent time management and organisational skillsAttention to detail and high level of accuracyStrives to meet service delivery standards.Able to respond to client needs in a timely and professional manner.Excellent communication skills with the ability to build good working relations at all levels, communicate clearly and act with courtesy.Ability to maintain confidentialityIs a team playerBe trustworthy, considerate and live the TMF valuesUnderstands personal development areas and is driven to 'bridge' gapsKey knowledge and experienceHas completed Accountancy degree;At least 4 years relevant experience gained from sizable CPA firm or multinational company; plus tax experience gained in major international professional firms is an advantage;Sound knowledge of international accounting practices (IFRS) and key updates;Self-motivated, well-organized and a strong sense of responsibility with positive working attitude;Excellent skills in use of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office;Experience in Focus, QuickBooks, Zoho, SAP and other key accounting software is a differential;Good command of written and spoken English, Arabic will be an advantage.Other characteristics: reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a teamWhat’s in it for you?Pathways for career developmentWork with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work.We provide internal career opportunities, so you can take your career further within TMF.Continuous development is supported through global learning opportunities from the TMF Business Academy.Making an impactYou’ll be helping us to make the world a simpler place to do business for our clients.Through our corporate social responsibility program, you’ll also be making a difference in the communities where we work.A