Accounting Specialist

JOB PURPOSE The Accounting Specialist is responsible for providing proper bookkeeping and reconciling the books of account to support the effective provision of high-quality accounting services across the business. RESPONSIBILITIES - Identify, investigate, and rectify routine errors and anomalies in input data to ensure the accuracy of financial information. - Analyze ledgers and accounts to facilitate timely reconciliation of financial data, ensuring the company maintains continuous awareness of its financial position. - Prepare non-routine financial data upon request to support management decision-making. - Prepare reports from statistical and financial information according to established schedules, ensuring all required information is available for timely review. - Ensure compliance with accounting procedures and adherence to established systems. - Process ledger and booking entries in accordance with established procedures, ensuring all transactions are recorded timely and accurately. - Report major issues and areas of non-compliance to the hierarchy to ensure high levels of accounting management and control, facilitating timely resolution of problems. LANGUAGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS Language Proficiency - Fluency in English. - Fluency in local language is a plus. Technical Skills - Proficiency in MS Office. EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with emphasis on Finance, or Accounting, or a related field. EXPERIENCE Two to four years of experience in a similar role. BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES Financial Acumen Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. For example, swiftly assembles and fluently interprets the financial data and metrics relevant to the role. Draws rich insights from financial and quantitative data. Adheres to relevant budgetary guidelines. Plans and Aligns Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. For example, outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work. Ensures Accountability Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. For example, holds self to high standards and consistently honors policies, procedures, and work requirements. Scrupulously ensures all work is correct. Collaborates Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, finds many ways to add value to the team; probes to draw out richer input from others; is a valued resource who goes out of the way to help others. Demonstrates Self-Awareness Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. For example, actively seeks feedback from a variety of sources; asks clarifying questions to understand and improve own impact on others or on team performance. Reflects on and learns from own mistakes.