About this role
Job Title: Senior Specialist – GL Accountant Department: Finance & Accounting Reports To: Accounting Manager
Job Summary
The Senior Specialist – GL Accountant is responsible for managing the General Ledger (GL) activities, including preparing and posting journal vouchers (JVs), reconciling relevant balance sheet accounts, and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes. This role ensures the accuracy and completeness of financial records in compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.
Key Responsibilities
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• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure timely and accurate month-end closing.
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• Perform account reconciliations for assigned GL accounts and resolve discrepancies
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in a timely manner.
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• Review and validate accounting transactions to ensure proper classification and documentation.
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• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and audit schedules.
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• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to obtain necessary supporting documents for entries.
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• Ensure compliance with internal control policies and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, local GAAP).
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• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and analysis.
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• Continuously improve and streamline GL processes for efficiency and accuracy.
Qualifications
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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
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• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in GL accounting or related roles.
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• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
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• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.) is an advantage.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
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• Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong problem-solving skills.
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• Good communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.