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John Clements Consultants, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Accountant to oversee accounting operations, including journal entries, GL reviews, and monthly close. You will generate financial statements and management reports, and support annual external statements and audits.
The role requires 3+ years in accounting, manufacturing experience, and strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills. Training and mentorship of the team are key aspects of the position.
About the role
This role involves managing accounting operations, including journal entry preparation, general ledger reviews, and monthly financial statement closing processes. You will generate financial and management reports, prepare annual external financial statements, oversee audits, and manage inventory-related accounting transactions. The position includes training and mentoring team members.
Key responsibilities
Prepare manual journal entries with proper supporting documents
Check posted AP journal entries in the general ledger book of accounts and review subsidiary ledger balances
Execute monthly financial statement closing process including accruals, prepayments, and costing
Monitor and update subsidiary ledgers and accounting schedules
Generate monthly financial and management reports including comparative financial position, profit and loss, and forecast/budget vs actual results
Prepare annual external financial statements and corresponding schedules and oversee external audits
Perform account reconciliations as needed
Monitor, analyse and report on inventory-related transactions
Ensure accuracy of inventory records and provide monthly inventory reports
Train and mentor staff members in the team
About you
Graduate of Accountancy or Accounting Management
At least 3 years of related work experience
Experience in the manufacturing industry
General knowledge of accounting, financial, and operational principles
Knowledgeable in SAP system is an advantage
Analytical thinker with excellent leadership and communication skills
Honest, results-driven, detail-oriented, and highly organized
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills