Finance Analyst AP & GL

Job / Role Purpose

Carry out tasks for the smooth operation of KPMG LG Finance AP & GL Operations. Support in the consistent implementation of controls and best practices, policies and processes across the finance function. Facilitate the day-to-day operations in regard to Accounts Payable and Operations. The role will encompass both local and cross-border responsibilities allowing you to work closely with other professionals within the Lower Gulf and KPMG Internationally.

Major duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible for carrying out tasks set out for day-to-day AP & GL operations Finance duties across LG.
• Carry out instructions and work towards producing results accurately and on time.
• Work to achieve results in collaboration with Finance & ITS.

Accounting & Controls

• Process all the Inter-company transactions with efficiency and accuracy.
• Adhere to the reconciliation cut off dates as per the Finance monthly calendar.
• Report reconciliation findings to Head of Operations.
• Prepare the journals for loan / invoice discounting related transactions / interest accruals and post them.
• Prepare loan summary and submit to Treasury.
• Maintain intercompany accounting related internal controls; ensure robust account reconciliations.
• Process and adhere to compliance for Bank Guarantees
• Review PRO expenses and book them appropriately using the BOT.
• Monitor corporate credit card transactions
• Perform daily reconciliations of bank accounts
• Daily booking of the bank statements
• Identify and clear accounting exceptions and mismatched items
• Investigating any unmatched items and any reconciliation differences.
• Verify expense tagging and process remedies
• Post prepaid expense amortisations
• Carry out invoice processing checks
• Keep abreast of emerging accounting and reporting standards. Support the implementation of new accounting pronouncements as required.
• Assist the Finance team on any initiatives, projects, compliance and governance or systems implementations.
• Analyze recurring issues and assist in developing process improvements
• Identifying weaknesses in the processes and helping to find solutions to rectify them

Deliverables

• Follow structure and process for monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare periodic analysis of internal controls, document and identify areas for improvement.
• Follow policies and processes required to increase controls.
• Deliver work to the highest standards and quality
• Readiness to go extra mile to avoid mistakes and produce new opportunities

Required skills and knowledge for the role

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and to meet deadlines.

Knowledge / Technical Skills

Knowledge / Technical Skills required (including the level) for the role

• Control focus and mind-set at all times, whilst respectively challenging the status quo
• Attention to detail whilst being cognizant of materiality levels
• Ability to work under considerable time pressure, whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong analytical skills to analyse the information, identify the problems, and work towards finding the solutions
• Thorough understanding of Accounts Payable and Bank reconciliation function.
• Sound working knowledge of MS Office required; Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Current IFRS/GAAP knowledge.

Education / Work experience

• Degree in Accounting or Finance. MBA in Finance or Professional accountancy qualification a plus
• Experience in a multicultural / multi-national work place
• Member of a recognized accounting body (CPA, CA, ACCA, etc.)
• 2-3 years of relevant experience preferably in a professional services organization

Conditions and working environment

• The employee will be expected to perform the essential functions of the job under normal working conditions and standard business working hours
• The employee must have the flexibility to work overtime beyond the normal work hours such as on evenings and weekends if necessary in order to meet deadlines
• Ability and willingness to undertake business travel regionally and globally as required

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