Objective

The Accounting Advisor's purpose is to guide the financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures. They aim to protect assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls and contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Description

Provides financial guidance through accurate accounting advisory.

Sample Questions

• What are basic accounting procedures?
• How to prepare accurate financial statements?
• How to apply IFRS and GAAP in financial reporting?
• What strategies can enhance financial control?

Key Functions

1. Guides accounting operational strategies by analyzing accounting and financial trends. 2. Provides financial projections by coordinating budget/forecast preparation; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial information. 3. Achieves budget objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions. 4. Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential. 5. Maintains financial security by establishing internal controls. 6. Avoids legal challenges by understanding current and proposed legislation; enforcing accounting regulations; recommending new procedures. 7. Prepares special reports by studying variances; preparing budgets; developing forecasts.

Required Skills

1. Accounting 2. Corporate Finance 3. Reporting Skills 4. Attention to Detail 5. Deadline-Oriented 6. Confidentiality 7. Time Management 8. Data Entry Management 9. General Math Skills 10. Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles 11. Experience with creating financial statements 12. Proficiency in use of accounting software 13. Excellent administration skills 14. Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process 15. Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills.