Accountant (6 months fixed term)

How about a job that works for you?

Ever dreamt of a role where you call the shots on where you work? Welcome to Safeguard Global! We're all about making work fit your life, not the other way around.

Our “work in any way” philosophy means tackling projects from the comfort of your couch, breaking up your day to run errands, or taking meetings from a cozy café. At Safeguard Global, you have the flexibility to balance productivity with life’s moments while meeting your deadlines.

The role in a nutshell:

The Accountant role is the key one in maintaining healthy financial shape and discipline of the entities. This role includes managing financial records, preparing financial statements, ensures compliance with internal policies and accounting standards. They will analyze financial data, and contribute to strategic financial decision-making related to the markets of direct responsibility, oversee accounts payable and receivable, and assist with audits and taxes. This is a fixed term role for 6 months.

How you will make a difference:

• Produce high-quality monthly financial reports with full review of P&L and all Balance Sheet positions.
• Complete weekly bank reconciliations, analyze and summarize cash positions, and monitor cash flows while highlighting any concerns.
• Assist the AR team with invoicing and debt identification.
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and control market-related AP and liabilities identification.
• Process month-end journal entries and ensure financial control and compliance.
• Monitor and highlight any potential risks to the business.
• Support local accounting, tax, and audit professionals with all required documentation and explanations as often as required (monthly, quarterly, or yearly).
• Support the business with various reports upon request.
• Act in accordance with Safeguard Global values and ethics.
• Review and improve processes, procedures, and policies while sharing best practices with teammates.

What will make you stand out:

• 3+ years of experience in accounting role
• Experience or exposure of working with multinational business is desired
• Experience with financial accounting and balance sheet reconciliations
• Data analysis skills
• Excellent communication skills, including English Language
• Advanced Excel skills
• Designed and implemented process improvement initiatives

About us:

We’re not bound by traditional ways of doing things. Yep, we enable global expansion without the risk for more than 1,500 clients, but what really sets us apart is our vibe. We’re a community of 900+ Guardians, spread-out over 50+ countries, united by our dedication to a remote first and flexible workforce.

Why become a Guardian:

• Autonomy and Flexibility (work in any way): Remote first, with the flexibility to include life needs like school runs and gym breaks in your schedule, all while maintaining a high standard of work.

• International environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.

• ⭐ Human centered culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.

• Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace.

Next Steps:

Ready to join a workforce that shapes itself around your life, and embrace remote work like a pro? Apply by clicking on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, or provide a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time.

Welcome to the future of work!

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At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.