About The Role

Within the Finance department, the GL Accountant contributes to the maintenance of general accounting records and to the reliability of financial information by ensuring the recording, monitoring, and reconciliation of accounting transactions. He/she actively participates in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, in compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal procedures.

The role holder is responsible for the following tasks

General Accounting

You will play an active role in the recording of accounting operations and month-end closing process and help ensure that the records are accurate, complete and delivered on time:

Process and review accounting entries such as accruals, payroll, fixed assets, bank transactions and other month-end adjustments
Perform account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and explain variances
Monitor and clear suspense, clearing and other control accounts
Support intercompany reconciliations and help resolve differences between entities
Participate in monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities
Contribute to external and internal audit requests

Reporting & Compliance

You will support the preparation of financial information and ensure compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.

Prepare account analyses and supporting documentation required for financial reporting
Participate in reviews of aged balances and help follow up on open items with relevant stakeholders
Assist with VAT declarations and other recurring tax-related activities
Support the preparation of statutory and group reporting packages
Prepare documentation required for internal controls and compliance activities

Ad hoc activities

Participate in the creation / update of Finance Standard Operating Procedures used by the SSC operational teams.
Participate in project work (e.g. Lean & optimization topics).
Participate to functional & cross-functional meetings (when required) and share feedback and regular contact with functional finance teams.

 
Minimum 2 years of experience in General Ledger Accounting, Record-to-Report, or similar finance roles
Good understanding of accounting principles and month-end closing activities
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle or similar)
Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
Comfortable working with different stakeholders in an international environment
Good Excel skills and willingness to learn new systems and processes
Education and experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance