General and Operational Accounting Specialist :Financial Accounting Key Responsibilities: Under supervision, assists with implementing, controlling, and monitoring of periodic compliance testing. Actively supports the management of overall financial forecasting processes as well as reviewing financial records to ensure they comply with company policies and accounting principles. Undertakes a regular review of the accuracy of regulatory calculations and submissions. Assists with reconciling accounts, resolving discrepancies, and collaborating across various finance and non:finance functions. Supports with analyzing journals, producing data analysis and reports and analyzing past performance of financial data and preparing budgets and forecasts for business unit management. Helps with implementing effective financial controls, including systems reconciliations and ensuring the integrity of reported figures. Proactively supports the activities of the accounts receivable function within the assigned business unit and processes month:end activities which include the preparation and processing of month:end journal entries, processing loan and bank account entries and reconciling these accounts and executing a variety of actions in the accounting system. May assist with reviewing the credit vetting process by ensuring that new accounts are opened in line with financial procedures. Performs any other relevant task as requested by management. Knowledge and Attributes: Good communication skills (verbal and written). Good interpersonal skills and ability to self:manage. Display good planning and organizing abilities. Demonstrate good attention to detail and deadline driven. Able to cope with stressful situations. Able to deal with different individuals at various levels in the organization. Takes own initiative and has a solutions:orientated approach. Maintains a high standard of accuracy and quality. Ability to work independently and be a knowledge expert Academic Qualifications and Certifications: Bachelors degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance or related field. Required Experience: Moderate level of experience gained in similar role preferably within a similar global organization. Moderate level of financial accounting experience. Moderate level of experience working on financial systems / software.