GL Accountant

Key Responsibilities:

Monthly Closing Process:
-Owns the monthly financial closing process for multiple locations.

-Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported.

-Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.

Revenue Reconciliation:

-Perform detailed revenue reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.

-Identify and resolve discrepancies between reported revenues and actual figures.

-Work closely with the sales and operations teams to validate revenue data.

Collaboration with Collections Department:

-Coordinate with the collections department to track and reconcile receivables.

-Assist in the analysis and reporting of aged receivables.

-Ensure timely and accurate application of cash receipts.

Prepayments and Accruals:

-Manage and reconcile prepayment accounts.

-Calculate and record monthly accruals.

-Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for prepayments and accruals.

Financial Schedules and Reporting:
-Prepare various financial schedules, including fixed assets, depreciation, and amortization schedules.

-Ensure all schedules are updated and reconciled monthly.

-Assist in the preparation of financial reports for management and external stakeholders.

VAT Compliance:

-Ensure compliance with VAT regulations for all transactions.

-Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time.

-Maintain up-to-date knowledge of VAT laws and regulations.

Internal Controls and Process Improvement:

-Maintain and improve internal controls related to financial reporting.

-Identify areas for process improvement and implement best practices.

-Participate in audits and provide necessary documentation and support.

Requirements 

Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

-Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) preferred.

-Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on financial close and reconciliation.

-Strong knowledge of VAT regulations and compliance.

-Proficient in accounting software and MS Excel.

-Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

-Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.

-Effective communication and interpersonal skills.