Accounting Associate Director

Overview

JOB PURPOSE: To provide senior leadership and strategic oversight of the organization's accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and full regulatory compliance. The Associate Director of Accounting plays a key role in financial governance, process optimization, and supporting strategic decision-making through high-quality accounting practices.

• Foster a culture of accountability while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Establish performance metrics and objectives for teams
• Lead the accounting function, supervising teams responsible for general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets
• Oversee the preparation, review, and consolidation of financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards
• Establish and maintain robust internal control frameworks to ensure accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness
• Define accounting policies, procedures, and governance standards to support organizational transparency and accountability
• Implement and continuously improve accounting systems, workflows, and automation tools for greater efficiency and accuracy
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Develop and document best practices to maintain consistency across accounting operations
• Ensure cross-functional alignment between accounting, FP&A, procurement, and operational teams
• Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations, tax requirements, and accounting standards
• Lead coordination with internal and external auditors, providing required documentation and resolving audit findings
• Monitor financial risks and recommend improvements to strengthen compliance and control environments

• 9+ years of progressive experience in accounting, including supervisory or managerial experience
• Possess professional qualification like ACCA, CMA, CPA, or CA
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Strong experience in financial reporting, internal controls, and audit management
• Proven track record in improving accounting processes and systems