Head of Accounts (Client Accounting)

• Attractive package, plus bonus
• Strong career progression prospects
• Autonomy to lead and grow a team

Malta based advisory services company seeks a Head of Accounts (Client Accounting) for a full-time role.

This well respected company operates predominantly in the maritime and aviation sectors.

They offer a variety of services to yacht owners, managers, operators and advisors in the yachting and business aviation industry. The Company’s services include assistance with the purchase and sale of the assets, asset registration, company formation and administration, including corporate services, accounting and back office services.

As a licensed CSP, the Company also intends providing in future corporate services from Malta to other industries such as shipping, sports, entertainment and film industry, widening the scope of activities using its worldwide client base of UHNWI and their advisors.

They are seeking a full-time experienced accountant to join a fast-growing team as Head of Accounts department.

This post provides the candidate with the opportunity to work with and report directly to the CEO and the management team, lead and build the client accounting team, and be the main point of contact for al client accounting and VAT matters.

This role requires a detail-oriented, analytical, and experienced professional with a deep understanding of accounting principles, financial data analysis, compliance requirements, and very importantly passionate about timely delivery and ensuring a positive client experience.

Leadership and Mentorship: Lead the client accounting team, set internal KPIs that align with the overall Company targets and foster a cohesive collaborative high-performance team environment. Identify and allocate resources required, recruit accordingly and manage departmental workload to meet deadlines. Assist in training and mentoring the team members, supporting professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.

Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their unique needs and delivering tailored solutions. Identify opportunities to assist and offer additional services to existing clients. Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless client service.

Reporting: Internally to report to the Board of Directors on a quarterly basis and the management team (including CEO) on a monthly basis. Simultaneously ensuring exceptional service delivery and quality reporting to clients.

Internal Controls: Establish and enforce internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets, reduce risks, and optimize financial operations.

Process Improvement: Identify areas for efficiency improvement and contribute to implementing best practices in accounting procedures.

System Maintenance: Collaborate with IT and other teams to maintain and enhance accounting systems, ensuring data accuracy and functionality.

General Ledger Management: Maintain and review general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes.

Financial Reporting: Ensure diligent preparation of client financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS, ensuring compliance with internal and external audit requirements. Account Reconciliation: Oversee and perform account reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and ensure the accuracy of financial data of the company’s client accounts

Budgeting & Forecasting: Collaborate with the Head of Finance in budgeting and forecasting processes, providing data driven insights for strategic planning.

Variance Analysis: Conduct detailed variance analysis on financial performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement; as requested by clients.

Taxation, Compliance & Auditing: Lead the annual audit preparations of client accounts, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and liaise with auditors as needed. Be responsible for al VAT accounting matters for al company clients and ensure all filing deadlines are met.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Oversight: Oversee the monitoring and management of AP/AR functions, including vendor and customer account reconciliations. Oversee, monitor and be involved according to client requirement in receipts and payments processes and the banking processes and procedures.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant, with a minimum of five years experience in a similar role.

An attractive financial package is being offered which is competitive and commensurate with experience. An annual structured performance review is carried out and subject to discretionary salary review and performance bonus