Senior Accountant
US$1,500 / mth base salary
Posted 2 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Senior Accountant / Finance Manager (Relocation to Dili, Timor-Leste)”
BranchFactor Summary
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- Expected experience
- 7+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
- Visa sponsorship
- Offered
| Base salary | US$1,500 / mth |
|---|---|
| Cash bonus | US$500 |
| Total comp | US$18,500 |
CertificationsCertified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant, ACCA
Field of studyAccounting, Finance (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
IBMC is assisting an established, high-volume distribution and trading enterprise headquartered in Dili, Timor-Leste. The group manages large-scale operations across high-volume FMCG, wholesale, and retail distribution channels. To support their expanding regional business footprint and strengthen financial governance, they are seeking a highly experienced, hands-on Senior Accountant / Finance Manager to relocate and lead their finance operations on-site.
We are seeking a detail-oriented, strategic, and hands-on Senior Accountant / Finance Manager willing to relocate to Dili, Timor-Leste. In this role, you will take full ownership of the end-to-end accounting and finance operations, leading a dedicated local finance team. You will oversee financial reporting under IFRS, local taxation compliance, inventory/COGS accounting, cash flow management, internal controls, and management reporting. This is a key operational leadership role suitable for professionals with a strong background in high-volume industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting & General Ledger: Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS; manage GL reconciliations, journal entries, and month/year-end closing procedures.
- Taxation & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with Timor-Leste tax laws, including accurate calculation and timely submission of Income Tax, Services Tax, Withholding Tax, and Payroll Tax.
- Operational Finance Supervision: Oversee Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), payroll processing, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, cash flow, and financial documentation.
- Inventory & COGS Control: Execute stock reconciliations, inventory accounting, and cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis to ensure strict control over high-volume distribution assets.
- Financial Analysis & Budgeting: Analyze P&L, balance sheets, and cash flows; prepare variance analysis, management dashboards, and annual budgeting to support strategic executive decision-making.
- Internal Controls & Audit Management: Maintain internal control frameworks, identify financial risks/discrepancies, prepare schedules for external audits, and implement audit recommendations.
- Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, supervise, and mentor the finance team; review daily operational outputs, enforce accuracy, and upskill local staff.
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