Accounting Team Leader / Accounting Lead (Client Delivery)

Why join Safeguard Global?

We want to help you “Work in Any Way” - that makes time for family, commitments, and life outside, so that you can have the best of both worlds. When you own what you do and are driven to deliver, you have the flexibility to decide where and how you work.

Our roles aren’t just remote and hybrid first—they break free from the traditional ways of doing things, paving a way for A Job That Works for You.

The Role in a nutshell:

This role involves supporting financial operations by managing Accounting and Entity Management activities, ensuring timely task delivery, resource allocation, and process documentation. The position plays a key part in maintaining client satisfaction, resolving escalations, collaborating across departments, and driving process improvements—all while aligning with Safeguard Global’s values and operational goals.

How you will make a difference: 

• Assist the Manager/Assistant Manager in delivering financial operations.
• Manage the distribution and delivery of Accounting/Entity Management tasks within the team.
• Ensure effective utilization of AEM tools and technologies.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet work objectives and deadlines.
• Co-responsible for delivering Accounting & Entity Management contracted tasks.
• Document procedures and processes at the process, client, and country levels.
• Coordinate with the Manager/Assistant Manager to deliver financial operations.
• Ensure client satisfaction within their portfolio.
• Manage client escalations through to resolution, including root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand processes and provide insights.
• Recommend improvements to policies and procedures, maximize new client engagement, and develop plans to meet future needs.
• Adhere to and demonstrate Safeguard Global company values, leading by example.
  
  

What will give you an advantage:

• Graduate with specialization in Finance
• 5+ years implementation operations experience, preferably experience in accounting services.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting terminology
• Solid foundation in accounting principles, regulatory requirements, risk management, and process improvement, coupled with hands-on experience
• Should have experience in specific industries, which can be crucial for specialized financial reporting and compliance
• Advanced skills in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle), Microsoft Excel, and financial analysis tools
• Knowledge of risk management principles, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation strategies
• Knowledge of organization change and its impact on performance.
  
  

Who we are and what we do:

Safeguard Global is….Global! With offices worldwide, we help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. It's all about people! Join us to meet diverse folks, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe.

Our Global Benefits 

• Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Be supported with as much flexibility as possible.  
• Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.  
• 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.  
• Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.  
• Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan. 
  
  

Why become a Guardian: 

• International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.  
• Our Culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.
• Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace. 
  
  

Next Steps: 

To apply, please click on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, and or a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time. 

Welcome to the Future of Work!

At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.