General Ledger Accountant

2-4 Years

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Prepare daily, monthly, and quarterly journal entries in accordance with accounting standards.
Maintain and update the General Ledger and ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts (e.g., bank, suppliers, accruals, prepayments, assets).
Review and post monthly accruals and amortizations (prepaid expenses, advances, etc.).
Support month-end and year-end closing processes and meet required deadlines.
Review supporting documents for all GL entries to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports.
Coordinate with AP, AR, Payroll, and Treasury to validate and reconcile financial data.
Maintain fixed assets register and ensure proper depreciation booking.
Assist the finance team during internal and external audits.
Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
2 - 4 years of experience FMCG/Retail.
journal entries
Debtors and creditors accounts monitoring
Trial Balance handling with all breakdowns and analysis
Fixed assets.
Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP / IFRS).
Experience with monthly closing and financial reconciliations.
Experience with ERP accounting systems (Odoo, SAP, Oracle, or similar) is a strong plus.
High attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical thinking.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Good communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.