General Ledger Accountant by World Vision

World Vision International

  • Accra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 29 days ago
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWith over 70 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.Come join our 34,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children's life stories!Key ResponsibilitiesPURPOSE OF POSITIONThis Purpose of Position will be used in the WVI or local Careers site, and if applicable, advertisements. Please describe the role in 2-3 concise sentences. Focus on the core of what this role is supposed to achieve. Describe the purpose of this position and how this position contributes to achieving department objectives and the management and performance of others.To support transactional processes within the GL department, as detailed in the major responsibilities, as requested by customers, timely and correctly according to Month End and Year End calendar deliverables, by ensuring the compliance of all internal controls, Partnership Finance Manual and General Accounting principles.Major ResponsibilitiesList statements describing the final results of this position and method of accomplishments, and how results/performance are reviewed and measured. Begin with the most important accountabilities.% TimeMajor ActivitiesEnd Results Expected15%Prepare and analyze monthly Bank balance sheet account reconciliationsReconciliations prepared timely and correctly, including the monitoring of differences and also their corresponding timely follow up. Statements are loaded on FFR Database.15%Prepare, analyze and follow up on Aging Analysis of Balance Sheet Account including monitoring of late balances.Ensure BS accounts analysis and aging are performed in an accurate and timely manner and loaded on FFR Data baseFollow up aged balances and take actions to resolve themProvide visibility to FOs on analysis.15%Prepare and analyze Pbas Reconciliation including monitoring budget commitments and informing FOs for subsequent adjustment.Ensure accounts analysis and aging are performed in an accurate and timely mannerProvide visibility to FOs and Prepare adjustment entries to record invalid coding on the Pbas Statement.15%Prepare and analyze monthly 300 Accounts including monitoring of over 90days unreconciled itemsEnsure 300 Accounts are loaded on FFR Database.Follow up on items aging over 90days.Outstanding charges are communicated to the FOs and subsequent adjustments done10%Post all journal entries and adjustments, including GEMS, Accruals, and reclassification entriesJournals posted timely and correctly based on SLA, Finance Manual and internal policies5%Prepare and send a variety of reports, as needed by customersProvide useful and timely information as requested20%Record and control of Direct Charges.Create Pre-Approval and Settlement Advice entries in SA Data baseEnsure direct charges are timely and accurate recorded.Ensure PAs are booked on timely manner and SAs associated on a monthly basis.Follow up on non-approve SAs and PAs.5%Maintenance of SOPs and flow charts of GL processes.Responsible for updating processes and keep them available for reference[WPSM_AC id=8719]JOB ALERTS:Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesList education, knowledge & skills, licenses preferred, and all experiences required to perform this position in a fully competent manner.Minimum education, training and experience requirements to qualify for the position:List academic requirements (if applicable), technical skills, or other knowledge required as a minimum qualification for this position.Bachelor“s degree with a major in accounting, finance, or business administration Knowledgeable of general accounting standards, account reconciliations & analysis and period-end closing activities Good command of written and spoken business English Flexibility and ability to work on different aspects of the general ledger A good knowledge of best practices within a project accounting environment and how to drive performance through better behaviors Ability to perform and direct root cause analysis over various aspects of performance Knowledge of technology; including data structure, analysis codes and business rules Proficient in MS Office applications and/or any accounting ERP solutions Demonstrated strong work ethic and flexible hours as needed; ability to drive results and meet strict deadlines Good knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) including internal controls principlesList additional work experience required as a minimum qualification for this position.At least one or more years of experience in General Ledger activities. Ability to work in a team environment Knowledge on continuous improvementsLicense, Registration, Or Certification Required To Perform This PositionIf applicable, include language requirement(s) as a minimum qualification for this position.Six Sigma certification preferred (yellow or green belt)Preferred Skills, Knowledge And ExperienceList academic requirements, technical skills or other knowledge preferred for this position.Good analysis skills Practical problem solving skills Ability to work independently and collaborate with other team members Flexibility to changing situations Pro-active and innovative with ideas to improve processes/ servicesList Additional Work Experience Preferred For This Position.Experience working within a Shared Service environment, preferableClosing Date :11th Feb. 2022HOW TO APPLY

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