Accounting Manager (IGT1)
- Full-time
- IFS Referral Bonus Code: SH
- Job Location: On site
Company Description
About IGT1:
IGT1 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 and also a sister company of IFS.
At IGT1, we partner with global businesses to provide them with an operation that maximizes efficiency, spurs growth, allows them to develop and deliver world-class products and services, and creates long-term value. Our people-first culture champions diversity, teamwork, and continuous learning, creating an environment where talent thrives.
With a team of over 500 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: Kyriba
Kyriba is the global leader in cloud-based finance solutions, empowering CFOs and their teams to transform how they activate liquidity as a dynamic, real-time vehicle for growth and value creation. Our award-winning SaaS platform delivers comprehensive treasury, risk management, payments, and supply chain finance capabilities that enable companies to optimize their working capital and enhance financial performance.
Job Description
About this Role
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Operations Manager to lead our Sri Lanka-based accounting processing team. This role will coordinate the execution of repeatable accounting transactions and data input tasks that support our global finance organization, with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to established procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Coordination
- Coordinate daily workflow and task assignments for the accounting operations team
- Ensure team members have clear understanding of established procedures and requirements
- Monitor completion of assigned tasks and adherence to deadlines
- Serve as primary liaison between Sri Lanka team and US-based finance leadership
Accounting Transaction Processing & Reconciliation
- Bank Reconciliations: Coordinate execution of daily/monthly bank reconciliation data input and ensure timely completion
- Prepaid Expenses: Oversee data entry for prepaid expense tracking and amortization schedules
- Fixed Assets: Coordinate processing of fixed asset additions, disposals, and depreciation entries
- Accrued Expenses: Ensure timely and accurate data entry for accrual transactions
- Accounts Payable Reconciliation: Coordinate reconciliation of AP accounts and sub-ledger to general ledger
Process Execution
- Ensure team follows standardized procedures provided by US accounting team
- Maintain accurate records of all transactions processed
- Track and report on task completion status
- Escalate questions or issues to US-based accounting team for resolution
- Support process documentation and training materials
Quality & Timeliness
- Perform initial quality checks on data input to catch obvious errors before submission
- Ensure all deliverables meet established deadlines
- Maintain organized documentation of work completed
- Support month-end and year-end close requirements
Communication & Coordination
- Provide regular status updates to US-based accounting team
- Communicate workflow challenges or resource constraints
- Facilitate smooth handoff of completed work products
- Coordinate with other teams as directed for accounting-related processing
Qualifications
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Experience:
- Minimum 5-7 years of accounting operations or transaction processing experience
- At least 2-3 years coordinating teams or workflow in an accounting environment
- Experience in a shared services center or BPO environment strongly preferred
- Background supporting US-based finance organizations is advantageous
Technical Skills:
- Strong proficiency with accounting systems and data entry
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
- Experience with Workday financial a plus
- Familiarity with US GAAP helpful but not required
Core Competencies:
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal English)
- Ability to follow established procedures consistently
- Comfortable working across time zones with US-based teams
- Reliable and deadline-oriented
- Team player with positive attitude
Additional Information
We champion flexibility and hybrid work options to support varying lifestyles and personal needs. At the same time, we value the power of in-person collaboration to build community, spark innovation, and strengthen connections. Our approach ensures you can work in ways that suit you best while still engaging with colleagues to share ideas and grow together. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DNP