GL & Reporting Accountant

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

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.

Requirements

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.