Senior PHP Developer - Accounting liaison

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Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a PHP developer working with MySQL databases in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting systems or previous experience with financial software.
• Proficiency in writing complex MySQL queries, including optimization for large datasets.
• Experience integrating third-party APIs (RESTful, SOAP) and platforms like QuickBooks or Xero.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for user interface development.
• Knowledge of version control systems such as Git.
• Experience working in an Agile environment with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with security best practices for handling financial data.
• Experience in developing automated reporting tools using PHP and MySQL.
• Basic accounting knowledge and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain web-based accounting applications and reports using PHP, MySQL, and related technologies.
• Collaborate with the Accounting team to understand requirements and implement technical solutions.
• Optimize MySQL queries and schema for efficient data retrieval and processing.
• Design APIs for integration with third-party accounting systems.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications, identifying and fixing issues.
• Ensure data security and integrity when handling sensitive financial information.
• Create and update technical documentation related to accounting systems.
• Develop automated reporting systems using PHP and MySQL for real-time and scheduled reports.
• Provide real-time support for data extraction and report development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for smooth software deployment.
• Stay updated with best practices in PHP development, database management, and security.