Job Purpose:
Responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulations. This role involves preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting in month-end and year-end closing processes, and supporting financial audits. The General Accountant plays a key role in providing timely and reliable financial information to support decision-making and ensure the financial health of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily accounting operations including journal entries, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and general ledger activities.
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with IFRS/GAAP and company policies.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis to support business decision-making.
- Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal controls, including audits and tax filings.
- Monitor cash flow and support treasury operations as needed.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including commercial, operations, and procurement to ensure financial alignment.
- Maintain and improve financial procedures and systems, including Oracle ERP and other financial tools.
- Support internal and external audit requirements by providing documentation and detailed reporting.
- Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the finance function.
- compliance processes.
Dimensions:Personal Qualities:Strong knowledge of financial regulations, standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP), and compliance requirements.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and manage complex financial data.High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting.Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet tight deadlines.Good communication and collaboration skills for working across departments.Proactive and organized, with excellent time management abilities.Education:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or equivalent is a plus.Experience:5–8 years of experience in finance and accounting roles, preferably in a travel agency or airline industry.Hands-on experience in working within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Proficiency with financial software and ERP systems, especially Oracle.Experience in preparing financial statements, managing reconciliations, and overseeing daily accounting operationsFamiliarity with regulatory reporting, audits, and