Description

The General Accountant plays an essential role in supporting Anthesis's day-to-day financial operations, contributing directly to accurate and compliant financial processes across APAC and Group entities. Positioned within the finance team and reporting to functional managers in the region that he/she may be assigned to, this role is responsible for executing foundational accounting tasks, such as daily bookkeeping, supplier payments, reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records in compliance with Anthesis’s standards and accounting policies). The General Accountant also supports the month-end closing process by preparing preliminary financial reports and organizing documentation to aid audit readiness and financial transparency. This role offers a valuable opportunity for skill development and learning through mentorship from senior team members, with a focus on enhancing technical accounting abilities, attention to detail, and analytical skills. By ensuring accurate transaction processing and documentation, the General Accountant helps maintain operational efficiency and integrity in financial reporting, directly impacting Anthesis's ability to meet its regulatory obligations and support strategic decision-making. This position is ideal for a motivated and detail-oriented individual eager to contribute to Anthesis's financial success while advancing their expertise in a collaborative, global environment

Key Responsibilities

Daily Financial Operations

• Execute daily bookkeeping tasks, including purchase invoice registration, bank reconciliation, processing supplier payments, expense report registration, payroll posting, VAT/GST reconciliation, and reconciliations for accruals and prepayments.

• Conduct credit card reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.

• Perform purchase invoice finance reviews to verify accuracy and compliance with financial policies.

• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely month-end closures.

Fixed Asset Management

• Oversee fixed asset additions, depreciation calculations, and reconciliations to ensure compliance with accounting policies.

• Maintain accurate records of fixed assets and ensure proper documentation.

Intercompany Transactions and Reconciliations

• Manage monthly intercompany recharges, funding reconciliations, and trading reconciliations.

• Process monthly net down and payment proposals for all intercompany transactions.

• Maintain intercompany client and supplier records in Netsuite to ensure data accuracy and compliance.

Financial Reporting and Month-End Closing

• Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of monthly management accounts, reflecting the best understanding of business activities and adherence to accounting policies.

• Develop and refine existing month-end closing processes, implementing efficiencies where applicable.

• Maintain and organize financial documentation to ensure compliance with company policies and support audit preparation as directed by senior accountants.

• Prepare payroll monthly journal postings accurately and in a timely manner.

Group Recharges Management

• Administer group recharges, including Office 365, Netsuite, and management fees, ensuring proper allocation and documentation.

Prepare Basic Financial Reports

• Generate preliminary financial reports and assist in compiling data for senior accountants, providing necessary information for monthly and quarterly reviews.

Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams

• Coordinate with internal teams to support smooth financial transactions, including invoice processing and intercompany reconciliations.

• Liaise with external accounting support for ad-hoc tasks, including assisting with local audits and other statutory reporting requirements.

Learn and Develop Financial Skills

• Engage in training sessions, seek feedback, and build technical skills under the mentorship of senior accountants, contributing to team performance and growth.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy

• With 2-4 years relevant working experience as General Accountant

• Exposure in Shared Service or Multinational environment is an advantage

• SAP / Netsuite / Xero/ Salesforce experience is a plus

About Anthesis Group

Our commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce

Anthesis has clients across all industry sectors and supports some of the world’s largest multinationals such as Reckitt, Cisco, Tesco, The North Face, and Target. The company brings together 1,300+ experts operating in 42 countries around the world and has offices in Andorra, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Middle East, the Philippines, Portugal, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, the UK, and the US.

We encourage all employees to contribute their ideas, perspectives, and experiences to help us create an inclusive and equitable workplace. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe we can drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve our shared goals. So, if you’re ready to be a part of something truly extraordinary, then we want you! Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Together, we can continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive.

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