ACCOUNTANT R2R GBS FSSC

About the Position

ACCOUNTANT R2R GBS FSSC

A jornada completa

About the Company

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record accounting entries (including mass allocation) for designated SGS subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Manage bank statements and perform GL reconciliations, ensuring all discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly.
• Maintain and manage Inventory and Fixed Assets modules, ensuring accurate and timely postings related to these accounts.
• Record, analyze, and reconcile intercompany transactions, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with internal policies.
• Perform cost allocation activities, ensuring alignment with financial guidelines and accurate reporting.
• Conduct regular variance analysis on account balances to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support senior colleagues with ad hoc tasks and projects as needed.
• Ensure compliance with month-end closing requirements, meeting all deadlines and resolving pending issues.
• Oversee and resolve any pending transactions before month-end closure to ensure smooth and timely completion.
• Thoroughly complete monthly checklists, ensuring all required tasks and verifications are performed without exception.
• Prepare periodic and ad hoc financial reports for management, ensuring data accuracy and timely delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all internal controls, policies, and procedures, ensuring full adherence to corporate governance and financial reporting standards.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in back office activities.
  • Experience working with local clients and suppliers in the country, preferably.
  • Strong knowledge of administrative and financial processes.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications (intermediate level in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
  • Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite or similar ERP systems: desirable.
• Desirable but not mandatory: Experience in certification and SGS CBE IT tools (Certnet, Applaudd).

Nice to Have

• Experience in back office activities with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and process data in various IT applications.
• Adept at queries, report writing, and presenting findings.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and global environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

About the Company

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Location

Colombia