General Accountant

APM Terminals

General Accountant

General Ledger Accounting:

• Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, provisions, prepayments, and adjustments.

• Ensure accurate general ledger coding and adherence to the chart of accounts.

• Perform account analysis and reconciliations for various balance sheet and P&L accounts.

• Manage recurring entries and ensure proper monthly accruals for expenses and income.

Month-End, Quarter-End, and Year-End Close:

• Coordinate and execute the financial close process within strict timelines.

• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data during the close.

• Perform variance analysis and provide commentary on fluctuations against budgets/forecasts.

• Support internal reporting cycles and data preparation for FP&A and management teams.

Fixed Asset Management:

• Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register, ensuring completeness and accuracy of data.

• Record all fixed asset additions, transfers, impairments, revaluations, and disposals in the ERP system.

• Monitor assets under construction (AUC) and ensure timely capitalization.

• Calculate and post depreciation expenses in accordance with company policy and accounting standards.

• Conduct periodic asset physical verification and reconciliation with accounting records.

• Liaise with operations and project teams to ensure proper asset tagging and classification.

• Support internal and external audits related to fixed assets by preparing reports and documentation.

Compliance and Controls:

• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls

• Assist in the implementation and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting processes.

• Ensure adherence to local and global accounting policies and standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).

Intercompany and Treasury Support:

• Manage intercompany transactions, ensuring timely billing, settlement, and reconciliation.

• Liaise with treasury or cash management teams to monitor bank reconciliations and cash activity.

Reporting & Audit Support:

• Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial statements.

• Support tax and statutory audits by providing requested documentation and reconciliations.

• Assist with group reporting and consolidation activities as needed.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify inefficiencies in accounting processes and recommend automation or improvements.

• Support finance transformation initiatives, including ERP upgrades, standardization, and centralization of activities.

Participate in cross-functional projects to enhance financial processes and controls.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

Experience

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.

• Solid of experience in general accounting, financial close, and fixed asset accounting.

• Experience in shared services or multinational companies is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in ERP systems (IFS knowledge is desirable); experience with fixed asset modules is a plus.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
   

Core Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.

• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments.

• High level of integrity and commitment to compliance and controls.

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