Associate II Accounting & Reporting

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1 to 2 years of general finance, accounting, or Record to Report (RTR) experience; exposure to a Shared Services environment is an advantage.
• Experience in supporting finance or accounting activities, such as transaction processing, reconciliations, period-end close, or financial reporting.
• Exposure to audit activities is an advantage, including:
  • Assisting with internal or external audit requests
  • Preparing basic schedules and supporting documentation
  • Following up on audit queries with guidance from senior team members
• Ability to work with stakeholders across teams or regions; prior regional or global experience is an advantage.

RTR Functional & Accounting Skills

• Knowledge of accounting principles; familiarity with IFRS and company accounting policies is an advantage.
• Exposure to or willingness to learn RTR activities across:
  • Month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close support
  • Journal entries, accruals, provisions, and adjustments
  • Balance sheet reconciliations and supporting documentation
  • Basic P&L review and variance analysis
• Exposure to SAP or another ERP system is an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel for reconciliation, analysis, and reporting.
• Ability to follow and update SOPs, supporting documentation, and audit evidence with guidance.

Controls, Compliance & Service Delivery

• Basic understanding of internal controls, audit requirements, and compliance standards.
• Exposure to SOX or a control-based environment is an advantage.
• Ability to complete assigned finance activities in line with defined procedures, timelines, and quality standards.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, audit-ready work.
• Identifies reconciling items or reporting issues and escalates them to senior team members when needed.
• Participates in continuous improvement and standardization initiatives.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain routine finance matters.
• Able to coordinate effectively with team members and internal stakeholders.
• Able to organize assigned tasks and meet deadlines with appropriate guidance.

Professional Attributes

• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a willingness to learn.
• Able to work independently on routine tasks and seek guidance when needed.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment.
• Demonstrates a service mindset and commitment to quality and compliance.
• Resolves routine issues and escalates more complex matters appropriately.

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