General Ledger Accountant

Detailed information:
Our client is a world leader provider of business consulting, technology and engineering. Offering services in the field of Systems Integration, Finance, Telecommunications and Informatics and Aerospace among others. It has operation centers in more than 70 countries worldwide. Today, this corporation is a global leader in the „next generation“ of Telecommunications consulting with revenues of billions of dollars. Ranked in industry magazines including the Wall Street Journal as one of the most innovative companies to work for.

Scope of employment:
The General Ledger Accountant is an integral role within the Financial Accounting team responsible for delivering month-end financial information which impacts Balance Sheets and P&L. This position plays a critical part in the company's month-end close process resulting in complete and accurate financial statements. The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for preparing, managing, and controlling journal entries, balance sheets, reconciliations and other relevant accounting issues in compliance with legislation.

Key responsibilities:

• Regular month end closing activities: cost and revenue accruals/deferrals, recoding, cost allocation, various adjustments.
• General Ledger accounts reconciliations.
• Repetitive and ad hoc journal entries to keep accurate accounting records.
• Pre-Billing initiations.
• Various reports distribution.
• Purchase orders review and Financial approving.
• Invoice approval.
• Clearing of transactions on BS accounts on a monthly basis.
• Identifying and suggesting process improvement opportunities.
• Complying internal policies and procedures.
• Supporting internal and external audits as requested.
• Taking full ownership and responsibility for the tasks assigned.
• Cooperating with internal stakeholders, Industry Vertical and Business Partners.
• Maintaining up to date process documentation.

Requirements:

• Finance/Accounting/Economics or Business Administration degree is preferred.
• Bookkeeping or accounting experience (GL, AP, AR or fixed assets).
• Good understanding of finance policies and procedures.
• MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Systems knowledge of SAP R3 FI/CO, BW, SRM, LN databases is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Good Customer Service skills and client-focus attitude.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills, attention to detail.
• Capable of operating in an environment where clear communication, accuracy, timeliness and compliance are key.
• Self-starter with drive and enthusiasm for making process improvements.

We offer:

• Very competitive remuneration.
• Extensive corporate benefits package.
• Yearly bonuses.
• State of the art office building in Prague centre.
• Free refreshments in the workplace.
• Social events and team building activities.
• Extensive training and coaching.
• Perspective projects with an international scope.
• Positive and social working environment.