08 Aug
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Wenger and Watson
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Chennai
08 Aug
Wenger and Watson
Chennai
Key Responsibilities:
- General Ledger Accounting:
- Prepare and post journal entries for provisions, adjustments, inventory, payroll, and other accounting areas.
- Reconcile priority balance sheet accounts before uploading Trial Balance into the consolidation tool (Cognos).
- Ensure all reconciliations have appropriate documentation and action plans for any reconciling items.
- Financial Statements & Reporting:
- Prepare preliminary financial statements and provide variance commentary.
- Collaborate with Financial Reporting Managers (FRM) and Business Leaders to finalize financials.
- o Upload approved financials into Cognos and update relevant forms for group onsolidation.
- • Audit & Compliance:
- o Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary support and explanations.
- o Maintain confidentiality regarding employees, clients, and vendors.
- • System Operations:
- o Operate accounting software (e.g., Microsoft Great Plains) and reporting tools efficiently.
- o Recommend improvements for GL accounting processes.
- • Ad Hoc Tasks:
- o Assist other accountants during month-end closings and perform other assigned duties.
- o Provide periodical/standard and ad hoc reports as requested by stakeholders.
- - Qualifications & Skills:
- Technical Skills:
- • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- • Experience with accounting software (Excellent Plains preferred).
- • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Soft Skills:
- • Ability to adapt to changing work environments and manage competing priorities.
- • High attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
- • Meticulous work habits and a professional demeanor.
- Education & Experience:
- • Bachelors degree in Accounting with at least three years of relevant experience, or
- equivalent education and experience
📌 Accountant (Chennai)
🏢 Wenger and Watson
📍 Chennai