Accounting Director

Job Description : ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR THAILAND An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounting Director to join a respected organisation in Bangkok, where your expertise will be valued and your professional growth supported. You will play a pivotal part in shaping the financial direction of the business, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency across all accounting functions. What you'll do: Oversee all aspects of the accounting function including general ledger management, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and statutory compliance to ensure accurate and timely delivery of financial information. Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and accounting policies that align with regulatory requirements while supporting business objectives. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as finance, operations, audit, tax, and external advisors to facilitate smooth information flow and resolve any issues related to accounting processes. Lead month-end and year-end closing activities by coordinating with relevant departments to ensure completeness, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines. Prepare comprehensive financial statements and management reports for senior leadership review, providing insightful analysis on variances and recommendations for improvement. Support annual audits by liaising with external auditors, preparing necessary documentation, addressing queries promptly, and implementing any recommended changes or improvements. Monitor changes in accounting standards or regulations that may impact the organisation’s reporting obligations or internal processes; proactively communicate these updates to relevant stakeholders. Mentor, guide, and develop members of the accounting team by providing regular feedback, identifying training needs, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Drive process improvements by evaluating existing workflows for efficiency gains while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. Act as a trusted advisor on complex accounting matters by offering guidance based on sound judgement and up-to-date technical knowledge. What you bring: Extensive experience in accounting or finance roles with progressive responsibility culminating in a senior management position within a reputable organisation. Professional qualification such as CPA or equivalent is highly desirable along with a thorough understanding of Thai GAAP or IFRS standards. Exceptional communication skills enabling you to explain complex financial concepts clearly to non-finance colleagues while building positive working relationships across departments. Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail; able to interpret large volumes of data accurately while identifying trends or anomalies that require further investigation. Commitment to ethical conduct in all dealings; consistently demonstrates honesty, integrity, reliability—and inspires these qualities in others.

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