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Senior Accountant (IGT1 Lanka: Sitecore)

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In-Office
Colombo
Mid level
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Colombo
Mid level
The Senior Accountant will manage accounting operations, prepare financial documentation, ensure compliance, conduct audits, and improve processes.
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Company Description

About IGT1 Lanka 

IGT1 Lanka is a rapidly growing offshore technology and talent solutions company based in Port City Colombo. We are a fully owned subsidiary of IGT I Holdings Sweden AB, funded by the three of world’s leading private equity firms; EQT Group, Hg, and TA Associates. We’re also proud to be a sister company of IFS, Sri Lanka’s largest and most established technology company. 

At IGT1 Lanka, we partner with global businesses to scale operations, accelerate innovation, and build world-class SaaS platforms through high-quality offshore delivery. Our people-first culture champions diversity, teamwork, and continuous learning, creating an environment where talent thrives. 

With a team of over 400 professionals and counting, we are always looking for passionate, skilled individuals who want to make a global impact while being part of something extraordinary. 

Through our offshore collaboration model, you'll be embedded within the team of one of our esteemed international clients, contributing directly to high-impact, enterprise-level initiatives. 

About the client: Sitecore 

Sitecore delivers a composable digital experience platform that empowers the world’s smartest and largest brands to build lifelong relationships with their customers. A highly decorated industry leader, Sitecore is the leading company bringing together content, commerce, and data into one connected platform that delivers millions of digital experiences every day. Thousands of blue-chip companies including American Express, Porsche, Starbucks, L’Oréal, and Volvo Cars rely on Sitecore to provide more engaging, personalized experiences for their customers.

Job Description

About the role:

This role will be very hands on and play an integral part in all aspects of accounting operations with opportunities to work on a variety of projects and functional areas. The ideal candidate will be someone who can roll up their sleeves to execute accounting operations efficiently, identify and resolve issues independently, and work collaboratively with team members locally and abroad, within and without the accounting function. The ideal candidate should enjoy a fast-paced environment, be able to prioritize individual and team objectives, and be a good communicator.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • You will be assigned various global or country specific accounting areas, which may change from time to time. This will include preparation of journal entries and supporting documentation, analytical review of account activity, tracking of various accruals and expenses while ensuring compliance with company internal control procedures.
  • Process various accounting functions, including accruals, prepayments, bank reconciliations, payroll, intercompany and transfer pricing.
  • Assist with the preparation and filing of VAT returns for international operations.
  • Lead and assist in preparing audit schedules, providing data to auditors, coordinating with auditors and responding to their queries.
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts, maintaining the integrity of financial records
  • Conduct global payroll reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies
  • Support the wider Finance team, including AR, AP, Treasury, and FP&A with reviews and queries, control accounts, and processes.
  • Work closely with the FP&A team to enhance reliability and accuracy of group forecasts and reports.
  • Assist with developing and implementing new accounting policies, controls, and procedures as needed.
  • Ad hoc accounting requests and projects as needed.
  • Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement within the international accounting function

Qualifications

Preferred Skills and Experience: 

  • Accounting Qualification – ACA, ACCA, CPA
  • 3+ years relevant experience in general accounting within a multinational environment.
  • Strong proficiency with Excel is a must.
  • Experience with Netsuite, Coupa and other accounting tools.
  • Navigates and communicates effortlessly in a cross-functional and multicultural environment.
  • Fluent in spoken and written English. Other language skills are a plus but not required.

Additional Information

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships. #Li-Hybrid

Top Skills

Coupa
Excel
NetSuite

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