The General Ledger Accountant supports the monthly and year-end close processes by preparing and posting journal entries, performing balance sheet reconciliations, analyzing accounting data, and supporting accurate and timely financial reporting. The role works closely with internal finance teams, regional controllers, and business partners to ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and company procedures.

General Responsibilities

• Supports the monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities for assigned legal entities.
• Prepares and posts manual journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and other accounting adjustments in line with company policies.
• Performs balance sheet account reconciliations and follows up on open items in a timely manner.
• Reviews and analyzes trial balances, account movements, and financial data to identify unusual or illogical balances.
• Supports preparation of financial reporting packages, variance explanations, and schedules required by management, regional controllers, and auditors.
• Ensures accounting transactions are properly documented and supported with sufficient evidence.
• Collaborates with other finance teams, business partners, and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve accounting and reporting questions.
• Supports intercompany, payroll, bank, accrual, and other general ledger related processes as needed.
• Maintains compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable financial reporting requirements.
• Contributes to process improvements, standardization, automation, and efficiency initiatives within the General Ledger team.
• Provides support during internal and external audits, including preparation of requested documentation and explanations.

 

Experience / Qualifications
• A university degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Previous experience in accounting, general ledger, financial reporting, or shared service center environment is preferred.
• Good understanding of accounting principles, month-end close activities, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Experience with Oracle EBS is considered a strong advantage.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work accurately with large volumes of data and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Strong organization, planning, and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to investigate discrepancies and propose practical solutions.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to interact effectively with different levels of the organization.
• Team player with a proactive mindset, ownership attitude, and willingness to support process improvements.
• Strong personal and professional ethical values, integrity, and commitment to internal controls and compliance.

 

 

Gross Annual Salary Range:

20,779.00 EUR - 28,571.40 EUR

The salary range is published in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive and relevant country legislation.

Starting Salary

The starting salary offered will be based on objective, gender-neutral criteria , (e.g internal equivalency, relevant skills, experience, qualifications etc.). Applicants will not be asked for salary history.

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