GL Accountant Assistant

Job Title: GL Accountant Assistant

Job Summary And Purpose

Accounting

• Set up new General Ledger accounts as required in the SAP General Ledger Master with necessary supporting documentation.
• Ensure that all bank entries are recorded accurately and timely, and reconcile period end balances with the bank statement and follow-up outstanding items within prescribe time-frames.
• Prepare banks reconciliations with bank statements for management review and approval.
• Record inter-company transactions and ensure period-end balances are matched.
• Prepare accrual entries for any outstanding liabilities each month, and reconcile pre-paid accounts with monthly amortization.
• Maintain necessary document management archive (physical / electronic) of vouchers, statements, claims re-imbursements and related documentation, to ensure proper control and quick retrieval for management and audit reference.
• Produce and communicate periodical reconciliations, reports, accruals, statistics and other related information as required.
• Maintain accounting records for special accounts, organize activities and set priorities to meet agreed/provided timelines.
• Reconcile and accurately post applicable financial transactions related to the general ledger.
• Prepare auditor statements and schedules reports, and review and verify the accuracy of the data.
• Assist the General Accountant address audit queries and prepare and review audit reports in coordination with respective parties such as the Internal Audit Division, external auditors etc.

Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ)

• Adhere to all relevant SHEQ policies, procedures, instructions and controls so that NAKILAT provides a safe, world class, secure and environmentally responsible service to customers, the public and its own people.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes and procedures so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.

Others

• Carry out any other duties as directed by the GL Accountant.

Qualifications

• Diploma degree in Accounting or any related field.

Experience

• 1 - 3 years of related experience in a similar position, preferably in a similar industry

Job Specific Skills

• Knowledge of accounting and financial principles and tools (International Financial Reporting Standards, GAAP etc.)
• Knowledge of SAP related modules.