Remote IFRS Senior Financial Accountant: Lead Close

Placements24; Waukee (IA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Financial Accountant to join their fully remote finance operations. You will oversee IFRS reporting, manage the general ledger, and drive month-end close from a distributed team.

This role emphasizes autonomy, accuracy, and strong analytical skills, with responsibilities across audits, tax filings, and policy improvements. Ideal candidates have at least 7 years of progressive accounting experience and a professional designation such as CA(SA), ACCA, or

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in financial accounting with IFRS expertise.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead consolidation and analysis of IFRS-based financial statements.
• Manage general ledger and ensure accurate and timely transaction recording.
• Drive month-end and year-end close processes with complex reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including tax filings.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors and provide needed documentation.
• Implement and improve accounting policies and internal controls.

Skills

IFRS expertise

Financial accounting

Remote work independence

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional designation: CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Financial Accountant to join their fully remote finance operations. You will oversee IFRS reporting, manage the general ledger, and drive month-end close from a distributed team.

This role emphasizes autonomy, accuracy, and strong analytical skills, with responsibilities across audits, tax filings, and policy improvements. Ideal candidates have at least 7 years of progressive accounting experience and a professional designation such as CA(SA), ACCA, or