Financial Accountant

Barbados
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Job Title: Financial Accountant
Location: Barbados
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer and Managing Partner
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Accountant to support the financial integrity and operational efficiency of our regional professional services firm. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records across multiple entities and jurisdictions, while also contributing to the implementation and optimization of accounting systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:
Financial Accounting & Reporting

  • Prepare and maintain financial records for group entities in accordance with applicable accounting best practices.
  • Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements and management reports.
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and statutory requirements.

Accounting Systems Implementation & Support

  • Participate in the implementation, upgrade, and integration of accounting systems and financial tools.
  • Conduct system testing, data validation, and support data migration activities.
  • Provide training and support to team members and users on new systems and procedures.
  • Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement within financial operations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with finance, IT, and operational teams to ensure systems and processes align with business needs.
  • Support the integration of financial data from subsidiaries and service lines.
  • Contribute to the development and documentation of standard operating procedures and best practices.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACCA or equivalent designation preferred.
  • 3–5 years of experience in financial accounting, ideally within the professional services sector.
  • Experience with accounting systems implementation or ERP platforms (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics).
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and internal controls.
  • Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools.

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

  • Experience in a multi-entity, multi-currency or multi-jurisdictional environment.
  • Familiarity with time-based billing, WIP accounting, and revenue recognition in professional services.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
  • Adaptable and proactive with a continuous improvement mindset.