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Accountant

Accountant

Matthews InternationalSalford, ENG, GB
3 days ago
Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Based in our Salford office, the General Ledger Accountant – GBS Shared Services EMEA will be part of a wider team responsible for the general ledger accounting for all Matthews International entities in Europe falling within the GBS (Global Business Services) team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Month end reporting tasks, including accurate calculation and input of journals along with supporting documentation
  • Reconciliation of monthly sales, including accrued and deferred income adjustments
  • Maintaining accruals and prepayments schedules
  • Running WIP reports and liaising with individuals in the business to confirm accuracy
  • Posting of bank transactions, and reconciliation of bank accounts
  • Maintaining intercompany reconciliations and following up on differences
  • Ensuring appropriate treatment and classification of fixed assets
  • Reconciliation of balance sheet ledger balances in accordance with corporate deadlines, including inputting on to Blackline reconciliation tool
  • Assist with SOX compliance and statutory audit requests
  • Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

  • Part qualified, studying ACA, ACCA or CIMA
  • Experience in similar accounting role (12-18 months)
  • Extensive experience with Microsoft Office programs, particularly Microsoft Excel
  • Knowledge and prior use of SAP preferable
  • Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
  • Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
  • Proficient in English language (written & verbal)
  • LI-CW1