Our client is seeking a Head of Accounting to manage the full accounting cycle and maintain the General Ledger. The role ensures accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, delivering a fully reconciled trial balance to the Director of Finance.

This is a hands-on leadership role, operating with a high degree of autonomy and overseeing both transactional processes and compliance.

Location: Hybrid – Gzira

Responsibilities:

As a Head of Accounting, your broad responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Maintain full ownership of the general ledger, ensuring all entries, accruals and prepayments are accurately recorded, reviewed and reconciled on an ongoing basis.

• Manage the month end close process from start to finish, ensuring deadlines are met and all balance sheet positions are properly reconciled and supported.

• Act as the main contact for external auditors, coordinating requests, preparing supporting schedules and ensuring all required documentation is readily available throughout the audit cycle.

• Oversee day to day accounts payable and receivable activities, ensuring smooth processing, strong cash flow visibility and effective management of supplier and client relationships.

• Handle VAT submissions and other regulatory reporting obligations across relevant jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and timely filing in line with local requirements.

• Continuously review internal processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing more efficient workflows, controls or automation where appropriate.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACCA, MIA, or equivalent)

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior accounting role

• Big 4 background – highly advantageous

• Experience in multi-currency environments

• Strong intercompany reconciliation experience

• iGaming or online advertising experience is an advantage

• Proven people management experience

• Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, complex formulas)

• Strong knowledge of IFRS

• Solid understanding of Maltese VAT and tax legislation

• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software

What’s in it for you?

Our client offers an exciting, challenging role in a collaborative, dynamic environment. The right person will find many career growth opportunities in their company, whether you want to advance your technical skills or aspire to leadership in the future.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary

• Health & dental insurance

• Hybrid working (up to 2 days remote)

• Professional development support

• Additional employee benefits