Senior General Ledger Accountant

The Role:

Cooperation with stakeholders within the Shell Finance Operations organization (Krakow and other FO centers) as well as stakeholders in Shell business units to deliver good quality accounting and reporting services (assisting in preparation of reports, latest estimates, business plan; collecting inputs for the Financial Controllers and Finance Manager; supporting ad hoc queries from the business, JV Partners, and stakeholders)

• Preparation and submission of internal & external reporting in line with appropriate timelines and requirements (General Leger, Group Reporting, Management Information, Fixed Assets Accounting, Statutory, other ad hoc)
• Perform accounting activities accurately in line with timetable
• Collaboration with other Reporting & Analysis (R&A) colleagues and other processes to ensure timely closure of ledger
• Operating all SOX and internal controls in line with Work Instructions and the Group controls
• Accounts’ reconciliations preparation and approval
• Participating in R&A projects, timely and effective responses to project requests
• Team-working across the process area

Requirements:

• Understanding financial accounting
• Experience in accounting, financial controls, reporting and analysis ( min 3 years )
• Fluent in using Excel (pivot tables, filters, formulas)
• Strong communication skills (English B2+
• Positive influencing skills and flexible co-operative approach
• Strong time management skills
• Able to organize own work in a structured manner