Accountant

Key Responsibilities:

1. General Ledger Accounting:

o Prepare and post journal entries for provisions, adjustments, inventory, payroll, and

other accounting areas.

o Reconcile priority balance sheet accounts before uploading Trial Balance into the

consolidation tool (Cognos).

o Ensure all reconciliations have appropriate documentation and action plans for any

reconciling items.

2. Financial Statements & Reporting:

o Prepare preliminary financial statements and provide variance commentary.

Collaborate with Financial Reporting Managers (FRM) and Business Leaders to

finalize financials.

o Upload approved financials into Cognos and update relevant forms for group

consolidation.

3. Audit & Compliance:

o Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary support and

explanations.

o Maintain confidentiality regarding employees, clients, and vendors.

4. System Operations:

o Operate accounting software (e.g., Microsoft Great Plains) and reporting tools

efficiently.

o Recommend improvements for GL accounting processes.