GL Accountant

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for external/internal auditing and auditors’ requests. He is the first point of contact and responsible for the audit process
• Lead the month end closing for all operational entities in line with the group reporting timetable
• Responsible for Internal monthly reporting
• Prepare monthly and year-end financial statements
• Ensure the timely capture of all costs through accruals where necessary
• Propose cost control measures where appropriate
• Coordinate with all stakeholders
• Ensure the completeness and accuracy of assets and liabilities through the preparation of overhead analytics schedules for all accounts on a monthly basis
• Intercompany reconciliation and reporting
• Ensure financial records comply with IFRS standards
• Support Tax and Fixed Asset functions
• Assist in project implementation of new procedures to enhance the workflow of the GL section
• Point of contact for ICFR, ensure compliance of internal controls

Experience:

• 5-8 years of Accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience in core accounting and understand overall process

Education:

• BA/BS Degree in Finance or Accounting
• Be ideally ACA or ACCA or CIMA qualified

Key Skills:

• Advanced level knowledge of Finance/Accounting systems (SAP preferred)
• MS Office
• Excellent analytical skills
• Proficiency in the English language
• Advanced knowledge in IFRS