The General Ledger & Reporting Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial accounting, reporting, reconciliations, fixed asset management, balance sheet integrity, and audit support. The role plays a critical part in the month-end closing process & financial control environment
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:
Month-End Closing & Financial Reporting
Execute accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities in accordance with Local and group reporting calendars.
Bank Reconciliation & Cash Management
Perform daily bank statement uploads into SAP. Prepare and complete monthly bank reconciliations accurately and within reporting deadlines.
Fixed Assets & CAPEX Management
Manage monthly capitalization and depreciation processes for CAPEX. Maintain accurate fixed asset records and supporting documentation. Ensure compliance with capitalization policies and accounting standards.
Balance Sheet Review & Account Reconciliation
Prepare reconciliations and analysis for assigned balance sheet accounts. Identify, investigate, and resolve aged outstanding balances. Ensure all reconciliations are completed according to closing calendar deadlines. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance balance sheet integrity and financial controls.
Audit Management
Support interim and year-end financial statement audits. Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation. Ensure audit readiness throughout the year through proper documentation and reconciliation practices.
Finance Projects & Internal Controls
Participate in finance transformation and automation projects. Assist in the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal control frameworks. Conduct risk assessments and support control testing activities.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1-4 years of experience in General Ledger, Financial Reporting, or Record-to-Report (R2R) accounting.
- Experience in FMCG organizations is preferred.
- Hands-on experience with fixed assets accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles.
- Advanced SAP ERP experience, preferably in FI and Asset Accounting modules.
- Strong Excel skills
- Understanding of internal controls and risk management frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
