**General purpose of the position**:The Senior Accountant responsibilities include maintaining general ledger, preparing month-end close procedures and files, reconciling account balances and bank statements.Accountant duties also include ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all assigned accounting tasks.
**Position tasks / Responsibilities**- Gather, monthly, the backup (Aging, roll forward, reconciliations, etc.) for each Balance Sheet account.
- Maintain support files (vendor trends, variance analysis, etc.) for certain Income Statement accounts.
- Financial statement preparation on a quarterly basis under local regulations.
- Interact with auditors regarding information/documentation requirements.
- Prepare all the needed documentation for updating the statutory and US GAAP books (daily journals, balance sheet, tax book, managers meetings, others)- Monthly P&L; analysis for identifying the evolution and composition of the monthly results.
- Manage internal and external Accounts Payable communications.
- Assist implementation of new accounting policies and procedures.
- Record journal entries in the accounting ERP following the workflow and internal policies and procedures.
- Other miscellaneous tasks or special projects.
**Work Experience Requirements**Minimum Experience Requirements- 5+ years of experience in accounting- Good knowledge of accounting and financial statement preparation under local regulations.
- Fluent in English- Knowledge and experience on computerized accounting systems- Microsoft Excel skillsDesirable Requirements (Not Mandatory)- Prior experience working for a Big Four company.
- Specialized experience using SAP S4 Hana preferred.
**Academic Requirements**Bachelor's degree in accounting.
**Skills Assessments**- Self-motivated with high initiative- The ability to manage and work with junior accountants.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, detail oriented, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and co-workers.