Accountant

About the role

SwiftNine is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Accountant to manage daily accounting, keep financial records accurate and give management clear visibility into cash, expenses, collections and profitability across its businesses. The role suits someone who takes ownership, meets deadlines and spots discrepancies early.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping, journal entries, ledgers and supporting documents.
• Prepare daily financial reports on bank balances, receipts, payments, outstanding collections and upcoming obligations.
• Reconcile bank accounts, payment processors and company transactions, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Manage customer invoicing, accounts receivable, payment follow-ups and overdue balances.
• Verify supplier invoices, employee expenses and payment requests against supporting documents and approvals.
• Prepare payroll calculations and keep accurate records of salaries, reimbursements and deductions.
• Complete monthly closing and prepare profit and loss statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports.
• Track revenue, costs and profitability by company, department or service.
• Record intercompany transfers and foreign currency transactions.
• Support audits and tax filings with external accountants and advisers, coordinate with banks on account documentation, and flag unusual transactions, unnecessary expenses, cash shortfalls and weaknesses in financial controls.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, ACCA qualification or progress toward it, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of hands-on accounting experience.
• Experience handling multiple companies, international transactions or service businesses is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, integrity and follow-through.
• Ability to explain financial figures clearly and work independently.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, reconciliations, financial statements and monthly closing.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero or a comparable system.