POSITION SUMMARY
Based in our Salford office, the General Ledger Accountant – GBS Shared Services EMEA will be part of a wider team responsible for the general ledger accounting for all Matthews International entities in Europe falling within the GBS (Global Business Services) team.
12 month fixed term contract
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
· Month end reporting tasks, including accurate calculation and input of journals along with supporting documentation
· Reconciliation of monthly sales, including accrued and deferred income adjustments
· Maintaining accruals and prepayments schedules
· Running WIP reports and liaising with individuals in the business to confirm accuracy
· Posting of bank transactions, and reconciliation of bank accounts
· Maintaining intercompany reconciliations and following up on differences
· Ensuring appropriate treatment and classification of fixed assets
· Reconciliation of balance sheet ledger balances in accordance with corporate deadlines, including inputting on to Blackline reconciliation tool
· Assist with SOX compliance and statutory audit requests
· Additional duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
· Part qualified, studying ACA, ACCA or CIMA
· Experience in similar accounting role (12-18 months)
· Extensive experience with Microsoft Office programs, particularly Microsoft Excel
· Knowledge and prior use of SAP preferable
· Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
· Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
· Proficient in English language (written & verbal)
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