Junior Accountant

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Overview of the Role

The Junior Accountant role is part of the Accounting Operation team. The Junior Accountant will assist in managing and supporting various aspects of accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and process improvement activities. This role involves performing key areas of accounting, including general ledger management, reporting, statutory compliance, cash flow management, taxation, and property transactions. The Junior Accountant will work closely with senior accountants and other stakeholders to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes.

Responsibilities

General Ledger / Entity Accounting

• Assist with journal posting and ensure proper documentation.
• Support intercompany accounting processes and reconciliations.
• Help manage accruals and prepayments under supervision.
• Perform basic balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisitions and disposals.
• Assist with headcount-related cost tracking and bonus allocations.
• Support month-end revenue recognition and period-end close activities.

Management Accounting / Reporting

• Assist in tracking cost allocations and operational metrics.
• Prepare preliminary management reports for review by senior accountants.
• Identify and report issues or errors in financial data to supervisors.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely delivery of reports.

Statutory Reporting

• Provide support in preparing financial statements in compliance with regulations.
• Assist with external audit preparation by organizing required documentation.
• Help prepare for internal audits by ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Support annual filings, ESG information input, and insurance data submissions.

Cash & Bank Management

• Monitor daily cashflow activities under guidance from senior staff.
• Assist with bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of account balances.
• Process payments following established procedures and controls.

Tax Management & Compliance

• Support local tax compliance efforts, including tax return filings.
• Assist with payroll tax processing in collaboration with HR teams.
• Ensure withholding tax compliance for relevant transactions under supervision.
• Help prepare documentation for tax audits as needed.

Property Management: Assist with property transaction recordkeeping and lease accounting tasks.

Service Management: Participate in process improvement initiatives within the finance department. Conduct basic business analysis to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements. Collaborate with Global Business Services (GBS) teams on shared processes

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–2 years of experience in an accounting or finance role preferred; internships or entry-level experience also considered.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with accounting software (e.g Workday, Power BI) is a plus.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across teams.
  
  

As a Disability Confident Employer, Robert Walters is committed to offering a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process to all candidates. If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of a disability, impairment or health condition, please do not hesitate to let me know.


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