Senior analyst/assistant manager- us accounting

Role Overview

The Senior Analyst will support accounting operations, financial reporting, analysis, and client delivery activities across a portfolio of US-based clients. The role combines hands-on accounting with financial analysis and reporting. You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, managing day-to-day accounting activities, performing variance analysis, and ensuring timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting who enjoys understanding the story behind the numbers, identifying variances and trends, and translating financial data into meaningful insights.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements and financial reports. Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages. Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance. Perform bank, balance sheet, vendor, customer, and general ledger reconciliations. Ensure accounting transactions are accurately recorded, classified, and supported by appropriate documentation. Review financial data for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.

Month-End & Year-End Close

Support timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes. Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other closing adjustments as required. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate outstanding or unusual items. Maintain organized close files and supporting schedules. Identify and resolve discrepancies before final reporting.

Financial Analysis & Variance Reporting

Conduct variance analysis to identify trends, deviations, and key financial insights. Compare actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods. Investigate significant fluctuations and prepare clear explanations for management review. Support the preparation of management reports, KPI analysis, and financial dashboards. Perform ad hoc financial analysis and research as required.

Compliance & Accounting Standards

Ensure accounting activities comply with applicable GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory requirements. Maintain awareness of relevant accounting principles and reporting requirements. Support audit, tax, and compliance-related activities by preparing required schedules and documentation. Ensure financial records are maintained accurately and in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures.

Process Improvement & Client Delivery

Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting workflows, and financial controls. Participate in ad hoc accounting, reporting, and analytical projects. Work collaboratively with internal teams and client stakeholders to resolve accounting and reporting issues. Maintain high standards of accuracy, documentation, and timeliness across all deliverables. Contribute to the development and standardization of accounting processes and reporting templates.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or related roles. Experience gained in a CA firm, accounting firm, finance outsourcing environment, or similar accounting environment preferred. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements. Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliations. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as Quick Books or similar platforms. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred

Experience working with US-based clients or US accounting processes. Knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS. Experience with Quick Books Online, Xero , or other cloud-based accounting platforms. Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or management reporting. CA Inter, ACCA, CMA, MBA Finance, or equivalent qualification or progress toward such qualificatio