ACCOUNTANT - MADAGASCAR

The selected candidate will be required to relocate to Madagascar. Please apply only if you are willing to relocate.

The Accountant will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining robust accounting practices, strengthening internal controls, and supporting compliance across the Group's operations in Madagascar.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in external or internal audit, combined with strong accounting knowledge and the ability to identify financial risks, improve processes, and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and local regulations.

The position requires a hands-on professional capable of working in a multi-company environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records in accordance with applicable accounting standards and Malagasy regulations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of accounting entries.
• Review accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
• Support monthly and year-end closing processes.
• Monitor provisions, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets.
• Assist in preparing management accounts and financial reports.
• Apply audit methodologies to assess the reliability and accuracy of financial information.
• Identify weaknesses in accounting procedures and internal control systems.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Conduct periodic reviews of financial transactions to ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Support internal and external audits, including the preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Follow up on audit findings and ensure timely implementation of recommendations.
• Contribute to the prevention and detection of financial irregularities.
• Ensure compliance with Malagasy accounting, tax, and statutory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation and review of VAT, corporate income tax, withholding tax, and other applicable tax declarations.
• Maintain proper documentation to support tax filings and regulatory inspections.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisers, and relevant authorities when required.
• Monitor regulatory developments affecting accounting and financial reporting.
• Analyse financial data and identify discrepancies, trends, and potential risks.
• Assist with budget monitoring, variance analysis, and cost-control initiatives.
• Recommend improvements to accounting processes and reporting procedures.
• Support the standardisation of financial practices across different entities.
• Participate in the implementation and optimisation of accounting systems and ERP solutions.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, or equivalent would be an advantage.

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Previous experience in an external audit firm is strongly preferred, ideally within a recognised international or reputable local audit practice.
• Experience in accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Exposure to manufacturing, distribution, trading, or multi-entity environments would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of Malagasy accounting and tax regulations.