Finance Accountant at Saint Gobain

Finance Accountant

Saint Gobain

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Saint Gobain is seeking the services of qualified, hardworking and experienced individuals for the position of a Finance and Cost Accountant. The successful candidate must ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes, prepare and general ledger reconciliations and sales reporting daily. The following are the responsibilities and qualification for the position;

Key responsibilities:

  • Ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Prepare and general ledger reconciliations.
  • AR and AP reconciliation reporting prior to month end close
  • Sales reporting daily
  • Review supplier invoices for completeness and proper authorization.
  • Ensure payments comply with company policies and delegated authorities.
  • Reconcile foreign supplier statements and resolve outstanding queries. Open PO reviews.
  • Monitor payment due dates to optimize cash flow and maintain supplier relationships.
  • Review employee expenses claims for compliance.
  • Ensure withholding tax deductions are correctly applied.
  • Prepare accounts payable ageing reports and management analysis.
  • Ensure timely invoicing and accurate revenue recognition.
  • Monitor debtor ageing and drive collection of overdue balances.
  • Reconcile key customer accounts, resolve unreconciled balances & investigate and resolve disputes.
  • Ensure timely preparation and submission of all statutory tax returns (VAT, NHIL, GETFund Levy, COVID levy where applicable, PAYE, WHT, Corporate Income Tax, etc.).
  • Review tax computations and ensure accuracy before submission.
  • Reconcile all tax-related general ledger accounts monthly.
  • Review supplier and customer withholding tax compliance.
  • Monitor tax compliance and changes in Ghanaian tax legislation and assess business impact.
  • Ensure adequate funding for operational requirements.
  • Monitor foreign currency transactions and exchange rate exposures.
  • Reconcile bank accounts on a timely basis.
  • Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure its accuracy.
  • Review capital expenditure requests and ensure proper capitalization.
  • Calculate and post monthly depreciation in accordance with IFRS.
  • Conduct periodic physical verification of fixed assets.
  • Account for asset additions, disposals, transfers, and impairments.

Minimum requirements:

  • Degree in Accounting,
  • SAP B1 experience is an advantage
  • ACCA, CIMA
  • Analytical & Technical
  • Strong Excel skills (data analysis, basic modelling)
  • Ability to interpret data and make recommendations
  • Understanding of full business process including sales, inventory planning and procurement processes
  • Project management. Cash flow forecasts
  • Strong communication skills
  • Able to present data clearly
  • Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to work with cross functional teams
  • Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
  • Structured and detail-oriented, work autonomously and also as part of the team
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making

 


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