Accountant (Senior Associate)

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We currently have an excellent career opportunity in our Curacao office for the position of Accountant (Senior Associate). The selected candidate must have a broad knowledge of accounting and finance concepts and utilize independent judgment to complete assignments and resolve issues. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the following.

 Responsibilities:

• Perform general accounting activities including reconciliation and analysis of general ledger accounts and review of financial results.
• Preparation and review of journal entries
• Generate reports for Technology cost and process journals for accrual
• Monthly Fixed Assets: - Manage the integrity of Fixed Assets records i.e. additions, retirements and any other changes
• Preparation/payment of Sales/Turnover/Vat Taxes (or local equivalent) where applicable for review by the Accounting Supervisor
• Monthly Inter-company accounts: - Review and ensure the accounts reconciles with its respective trading partner and follow up on reconciling issues
• Monthly review of EYC intercompany payables/receivables balances (includes IFM, manual invoices, ICRRB, etc) to ensure timely settlement/collection, and ensuring large and aged balances are not accumulated on the balance sheet.     
• Review of expense reimbursements and Accounts Payable payments to ensure transactions are in accordance with company policies and procedure
• Ensure expense reports for credit card transactions are in accordance with the company policy and processed timely in the SAP system
• Preparation of Balance Sheet schedules monthly for review by the Accounting Supervisor
• Preparation of the FX Revaluation reports monthly for review by the Accounting Supervisor
• Prepare Annual IT Consumables and Depreciation budget for review by the Accounting Supervisor
• Management of Open Items weekly for Bank Reconciliations
• Review of Bank Reconciliations sent by GDS and submission to Accounting Supervisor for approval
• Ensure month end close activities are completed in accordance with the month end close schedule which will be monitored by the Accounting Supervisor
• Supervision of General Ledger Support Staff
• Assist with special projects as required and any other ad hoc duties that may arise
• Any other tasks assigned by Manager or Finance Director

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong multi-tasking skills and the ability to balance competing priorities
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced global organization
• Positive attitude and willingness to be flexible
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

To qualify, candidates must have:

• Completed MBO education in a relevant field (e.g. Accounting, Finance or Business Administration)

• Approximately 2-5 years’ experience in a professional atmosphere in a finance/ business capacity
• Ability to understand the expectations of customers and deliver service that meets or exceeds customers' needs within policy guidelines
• The ability to identify and resolve issues that impact the delivery of quality service
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A positive, "can-do" attitude and approach to responsibilities; the ability to assist and support leadership in addressing new challenges and changes
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and support skills across different organizational teams

What’s In It For You:

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds—both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients, and society.

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To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

Note: This a local application, people outside of Curacao are not applicable.

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