Executive (Finance Shared Services) - 12 Months Contract

The SSC General Ledger (GL) Accounts Executive is responsible for the day-to-day execution of General Ledger activities within the Shared Services Centre. The role supports accurate, timely and compliant accounting and financial reporting for assigned entities.

The position is responsible for performing month-end and year-end closing activities, preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, maintaining accounting records, supporting audit requirements and ensuring timely resolution of outstanding accounting items. The role also supports process standardisation and continuous improvement initiatives within the GL function.

Key Responsibilities

1. General Ledger Operations

• Perform day-to-day General Ledger accounting activities for assigned entities in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities according to the agreed closing timetable.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, provisions and accounting adjustments with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and follow up on outstanding or reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Monitor and clear suspense and clearing accounts, escalating long-outstanding items where necessary.
• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Perform review and validation of accounting entries and supporting documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Liaise with relevant Finance and business stakeholders to obtain information required for accounting and month-end closing activities.

2. Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare trial balances, schedules and supporting information for management and statutory reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reporting packages where required.
• Ensure accounting activities comply with applicable accounting standards, company policies and internal controls.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of quarterly GST returns and supporting schedules in accordance with local tax requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for accounting transactions and reconciliations.

3. Audit and Compliance

• Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations and supporting documents for internal and external audits.
• Provide supporting information and respond to routine audit queries in a timely manner.
• Follow up on audit requests and assist in the implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Comply with statutory, tax, regulatory and internal control requirements applicable to the assigned entities.

4. Process Improvement and Transformation

• Support the standardisation and continuous improvement of GL processes and procedures.
• Support automation initiatives and the implementation of ERP, workflow and finance technology solutions.
• Participate in finance transformation, system implementation and process improvement projects as required.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification or progress towards a professional qualification (e.g. CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is an advantage.

Experience

• 2-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience in General Ledger accounting and month-end closing activities.
• Experience in balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of accounting schedules.
• Experience in a Shared Services Centre environment or handling multiple entities is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Good understanding of accounting principles and relevant accounting standards.
• Good knowledge of General Ledger processes and month-end closing procedures.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of financial close and reconciliation tools such as BlackLine or Trintech is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet tight closing deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented and able to work effectively with Finance and business stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.
• Proactive in identifying issues and following through on resolutions.