VAT & Accounting Specialist

About Ibtdara

Ibtdara is a business accelerator supporting startups and established businesses with business development, strategy, digital transformation, funding support, market research, and expansion.

About the Role

Ibtdara is looking for an experienced and highly capable Senior Accounts & Finance Executive to manage the company’s day-to-day accounting and financial operations.

This role requires strong hands-on expertise across VAT calculations, tax reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, cash-flow management, financial reconciliations, reporting, and overall financial compliance. We are looking for someone who can independently manage core accounting functions and maintain accurate, organized financial records.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and financial operations.
  
• Handle VAT calculations, VAT records, and tax reconciliations.
  
• Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), including invoices, payments, collections, and follow-ups.
  
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and reconciliations.
  
• Manage payroll processing, employee payments, and reimbursements.
  
• Monitor and manage company cash flow, payments, and cash requirements.
  
• Prepare invoices, quotations, financial statements, reports, and management summaries.
  
• Handle tax filings, compliance requirements, and supporting documentation.
  
• Monitor financial transactions and ensure proper recording and classification.
  
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
  
• Prepare documentation and coordinate with auditors when required.
  
• Identify discrepancies, resolve accounting issues, and maintain strong financial controls.
  
• Ensure all financial records and reporting are accurate, complete, and up to date
  

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
3+ years of relevant hands-on accounting and finance experience.
Strong practical expertise in VAT, taxation, and tax reconciliation.
Strong knowledge of AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, and cash-flow management.
Experience managing end-to-end accounting and financial operations.
Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
Proficiency in Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or similar.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong English communication skills.
Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and handle confidential financial information.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience and expertise.
Fully remote work environment.
Opportunity to work closely with company management.
Learning and career growth opportunities.