Accountant- General Ledger & Reporting

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accountant – General Ledger & Reporting to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, ensuring financial compliance, and delivering accurate and timely financial reports. The role involves monthly reconciliations, preparation of cash flow statements, and support for internal and external audits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger by ensuring all entries are correct and up to date.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports in line with reporting standards.
• Perform regular reconciliations for bank accounts, control accounts, and other ledger balances.
• Prepare and analyze cash flow statements and support cash forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Assist in coordinating and supporting both internal and external audits.
• Monitor and ensure timely recording of all journal entries and ledger postings.
• Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial data accuracy and integrity.

• Maintain organized financial records for audit and reporting purposes.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• CPA or ACCA qualification is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within a fast-paced environment.
• Solid knowledge of accounting procedures and general ledger functions.
• Proficiency in using accounting systems and strong Excel skills.

Key Competencies:

• Strong understanding of bookkeeping and general accounting principles.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and strong numerical ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational and time management abilities.