Senior Accountant (Payables, General Ledger and Fixed Assets)

Role: Senior Accountant (Payables, General Ledger and Fixed Assets)

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka

We are looking for a Senior Accountant – Payables, General Ledger & Fixed Assets to join GAC’s Finance team in Sri Lanka. You will manage key accounting activities, including accounts payable, general ledger reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing, and fixed asset management, while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with relevant standards and internal controls. This role suits someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive, with a strong interest in improving processes through technology and automation.

If you have strong accounting knowledge, enjoy solving problems, and are committed to accuracy and continuous improvement, we would like to hear from you.

Requirements

• What will your day at GAC look like?

• Process and validate non-PO invoices, reconcile supplier statements, and resolve discrepancies.

• Maintain the general ledger, including accruals, prepayments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Support month-end and year-end closing, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

• Maintain the fixed asset register and manage asset capitalization, depreciation, transfers, and disposals.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation.

• Ensure accurate VAT treatment and compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.

• Prepare accounting and payables reports, analyse account movements, and highlight discrepancies and risks.

• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, and other departments to improve accounting accuracy and documentation.

• Contribute to ERP improvements, automation, and process enhancements to improve efficiency and data quality.

• What are we looking for?

• Education: A bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience:

• 4–6 years of relevant accounting experience, including hands-on experience in accounts payable, general ledger reconciliations, financial closing, and fixed assets.

• Experience in an audit, international business, or multi-entity environment is an advantage.

• UAE or Middle East experience is an advantage.

• Experience in shipping, maritime, oil and gas, logistics, or transportation is an advantage.

• 3. Professional Certifications: ACCA, CPA, CMA, or an equivalent qualification, either completed or in progress.
• 4. Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

• Practical knowledge of IFRS, VAT, internal controls, and audit support requirements.

• Experience with ERP systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills.

• Exposure to ERP implementation, automation, or process redesign is an advantage.

• 5. Personal Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• High standards of integrity and accuracy.

• Proactive, reliable, and committed to continuous improvement.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to identify issues and contribute to effective problem-solving.