Position Overview

Candex seeks a Senior Bookkeeping Team Lead with a passion for excellence in financial management and a proven track record in the high-tech or fintech industry. As a strategic member of our finance team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our growth and maintaining our position as an innovator in the procurement space. This position involves recording financial transactions, managing accounting software, invoicing, tax payments, and overseeing daily bank reconciliations and cash payments.

This position will report to the Head of Treasury.

The Role

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of 4 bookkeepers, driving a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Provide guidance, support, and constructive feedback to team members
• Act as the main point of contact for the team, guaranteeing that tasks run smoothly and deadlines are consistently met, while providing backup support when necessary
• Monitor and correct financial records and transactions to ensure accuracy and resolve any mistakes made by team members
• Perform regular evaluations of team performance, providing clear and actionable feedback to encourage skill enhancement and assist team members in excelling in their roles
• Create a relatable and supportive team environment that values clear and direct communication, building trust and mutual respect
• Oversee daily banking operations and cultivate positive relationships with financial institutions to facilitate smooth financial interactions
• Collaborate with external partners, including accountants, tax authorities, banks, and suppliers, to optimize financial processes on a global scale
• Lead the team in reconciling financial data with external records, such as bank statements, to maintain accuracy and reliability
• Guide the team through the month-end closing procedures, ensuring accurate financial reporting and statement preparation for various international entities

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting, including at least 2 years in a leadership role managing teams
• Bookkeeping certification (type 1 or 2), equivalent professional experience
• Knowledgeable in accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions
• Quick learner with technology orientation and ability to adapt and learn new finance softwares
• Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Exhibit high availability and commitment to support our global operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal, for clear communication with international partners
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively in a complex, global, and dynamic environment
• Junior CPA experience – An advantage
• Experience with financial software such as NetSuite – An advantage
• Prior experience in the high-tech or fintech industry is highly preferred