Accountant

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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

• Manage property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and lease agreements.

• Perform lease accounting in line with applicable standards.

Service Management

• Drive process improvements across accounting functions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Conduct business analysis to identify opportunities for optimization within workflows.

• Collaborate with Global Business Services (GBS) teams to align processes across entities.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance department.

• Prepare reports or reconciliations for review by senior team members during month-end close activities.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.

• 5-7 years of experience in an accounting or finance-related role preferred.

• Proven experience in general ledger accounting, management reporting, statutory reporting, cash management, tax compliance, property management, or service/process improvement roles.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory requirements.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Workday, Power BI) and advanced Excel skills.

• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy in financial data handling.

• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration across departments.