Gl accountant

about the job ... General Ledger Management & Period Close Month-End and Year-End Close: Actively participate in the full cycle of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes. Ensure all necessary general ledger (GL) activities are completed accurately and on time. Review and post complex journal entries, accruals, and deferrals in accordance with established accounting policies. Account Reconciliation: Prepare and review detailed balance sheet account reconciliations (e.g., Cash, Fixed Assets, Accrued Expenses) to ensure the accuracy of recorded balances. Timely identify and investigate reconciling items and ensure they are resolved promptly. Intercompany Transactions: Perform and manage reconciliations of all intercompany accounts and transactions within the Shared Services structure. Ensure proper recording and balancing of intercompany payables and receivables across entities. Financial Analysis and Reporting Data Integrity: Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the GL for assigned entities by regularly reviewing entries and maintaining the chart of accounts. Data Analysis: Analyze financial data, investigate and resolve discrepancies in GL balances, and prepare variance analyses to explain fluctuations in actual vs. budget/prior period figures for management review. Reporting Support: Assist in the preparation of supporting schedules and reports for internal management reporting and external statutory filings. Compliance, Controls, and Audit Accounting Standards: Ensure all general ledger activities and related documentation comply with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, US GAAP) and company policies. Audit Support: Act as a key resource during internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation, schedules, and explanations related to GL accounts and processes. Internal Controls: Adhere to and recommend improvements for internal controls over financial reporting to safeguard company assets and maintain the reliability of financial data