General Ledger Accountant -Senior Associate - Finance - Amman

Job Description

The opportunityAs we roll out the Next Wave Strategy across EY and with our MENA Service Lines starting a new journey with a bold purpose of building a better working world by transforming business through the power of people, technology and innovation, the role of a GL Support becomes even more critical to help maintain accurate books and records. As we expand our MENA service lines, we have identified the need to have additional support in the GL Support space.Your key responsibilities:Prepare Journal Entries* With appropriate supporting documentation, preparing journal entries relating to amortization, depreciation, accruals, and a variety of other information. They ensure that entries align with generally accepted accounting principles.? ÿReconcile Accounts* On a regular basis, reconcile accounts with the general ledger. Makings sure that all entries are accurate and that transactions are reported in accordance with accounting standards and government regulations.ÿ? ÿSupport Monthly and Annual Close Processes* At the end of the month or year, record information such as accrual, deferral, reclass, and interdepartmental entries into the company?s accounting ledger. To perform account analysis to make sure that entries and balances are correct.? ÿAnalyze Financial Information* Analyzing and interpreting financial information, providing assurance that information complies with professional and regulatory standards.ÿ? ÿEnsure Data Accuracy* Checking that data is accurate. conducting audits to maintain truthful and precise data in documents.? ÿEnsure proper implementation of accounting methods, policies and principles which should include, at a minimum.? ÿClosely work with regional finance team:* Treasury and cash forecasting* Budgeting and planning? ÿContinuous systems review, provide recommendations, improve systems and procedures, and initiate corrective actions. System configurations include but are not limited to:* Material Group alignments* Chart of AccountsSkills and attributes for success:* Ability to solve problems and provide a credible solution* Confident to challenge where appropriate* Strong analytical and numeracy skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail* Good time management skills and able to balance multiple priorities by considering risk, importance and level of urgency* Eagerness to learn quickly, be proactive and share knowledge* Well-developed listening skills combined with the capability to apply judgment and seek guidance when escalation to a functional expert is appropriate* Ability to work under pressure* To be a team playerTo qualify for the role, you must have:* Used tto working in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic,* 3+ years of relevant experience ideally in a professional services firm and having an experience in SAP.* Able to interact well with people at all levels within the firm and build strong relationships* Having strong knowledge of MS Office Packages. Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word in particular.* Having excellent communications and organizational skills.* Detail oriented and eager to analyze and solve complex cases.* Have a finance related degree, studying for an accountancy qualification or experience working for a professional service or consultancy environment.* Be innovative, confident and creative thinker with ability to make quick decisions.What we look forWe are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, mu

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