Accounting Assistant

Job Description:

General Ledger Maintenance:
* Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the general ledger.
* Post journal entries, including adjustments and accruals.
* Review and verify transactions for accuracy and completeness.

Accounts Payable and Receivable:
* Process accounts payable, including verifying invoices and preparing payments.
* Assist in managing accounts receivable by invoicing clients, tracking payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
* Reconcile accounts payable and receivable with bank statements.

Bank Reconciliation:
* Assist with the monthly reconciliation of bank statements to ensure cash balances are accurate.
* Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.

Financial Reporting Assistance:
* Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
* Support the creation of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial statements under the guidance of senior accountants.

Tax Preparation:
* Assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns (e.g., VAT, sales tax, corporate taxes).
* Ensure that tax-related documents are accurate and submitted on time.

Month-End and Year-End Closing Support:
* Help with the month-end closing process by ensuring that all transactions are recorded.
* Assist with year-end closing activities, including preparing for audits and ensuring all necessary documentation is in place.

Record Keeping and Documentation:
* Maintain accurate financial records and files.
* Ensure that all financial transactions are properly documented and stored according to company policies and regulatory requirements.

Internal Controls and Compliance:
* Ensure compliance with internal control policies and accounting procedures.
* Assist in monitoring and adhering to financial regulations and standards (GAAP or IFRS).

Expense Reporting:
* Review and process employee expense reports to ensure they comply with company policies.
* Ensure that expenses are categorized correctly in the financial records.

Ad-hoc Support:
* Provide general accounting support as needed.
* Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis, special projects, or reporting tasks.

Job Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
* 1-3 years of accounting experience or internships.
* Proficiency with accounting software QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
* Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
* Ability to ensure accuracy in financial records and reports.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively.
* Ability to work collaboratively with senior accountants and other departments.
* Ability to identify discrepancies and issues and assist in resolving them.

Books to be Handled: Headoffice, BigBlueRoad, South Korea, Netherlands