The GL Analyst will be responsible for the integrity and accuracy of the financial data within our Shared Service Center, primarily supporting the LATAM region. Helping oversee a wide array of tasks associated with the general ledger and 'Record to Report' functions. They will ensure the accurate and timely reporting of financial transactions, making significant contributions to the overall financial standing of the organization.

Responsabilities 
•Oversee the daily input of financial data into the general ledger system, ensuring all entries are correct, complete and substantiated with appropriate details.
•Adhere to a tight control environment which abides by the company's previously defined internal control framework
•Prepare and post necessary general ledger journal entries, carefully verifying that all financial transactions recorded align with company standards and regulatory requirements.
•Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual account close procedures, making necessary accruals and adjustments to capture all financial activities within the correct accounting periods.
•Carry out rigorous reconciliations of all general ledger accounts as part of the month-end process, identifying and rectifying any discrepancies to ensure an accurate reflection of the company's financial position.
•Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts, deriving reports that give clear, concise, and understandable account analysis to support monthly and quarterly reporting.
•Facilitate the 'Record to Report' process, providing detailed financial data and valuable input to the management reporting.
•Collaborate with different departments such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tax, Treasury, and others, to integrate their financial data into the general ledger and streamline the financial recording process for added efficiency.
•Assist in preparing for internal and external audits, providing all necessary general ledger data, account analyses, and financial reports.
•Develop and implement comprehensive and up-to-date general ledger procedures that improve accuracy, efficiency and that comply with company policies and GAAP.
•Develop ad-hoc reports and conduct special projects, such as financial data analysis, process improvements, policy reviews, etc., in an effort to improve the overall function of the general ledger department.

Competencies
•Highly detail-oriented and able to work under tight deadlines
•Strong analytical and communication skills.
•Knowledge accounting systems is required
•Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with an excellent Excel working knowledge
•Knowledge of LATAM tax and compliance requirements is a plus

Other
•Develop/manage accounting policies
•Manage financial master records
•Process journal entries
•Process allocations
•Reconcile general ledger accounts
•Perform capital project and fixed assets accounting
•Perform other transactional activities (Non-AR Check Deposit, Unclaimed Property)

Requirements 
•BSc/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field
•Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred
•3 - 5+ years of relevant experience
•Fluency in English required