Accounting Assistant

Description

Job Summary: This role ensures accurate recording of accounting transactions to generate reliable financial information, supporting internal controls, compliance, and internal/external audits. Key Highlights: 1. Ensures accurate accounting records and reliable financial information. 2. Supports internal and external audits with required documentation. 3. Manages accruals, expenses, and cost allocations. **Your Role** ============= **Objective** ============ Ensure timely and accurate recording of accounting transactions, contributing to the generation of reliable financial information. This role is critical for financial control, regulatory compliance, and support of internal and external audits, while maintaining confidentiality of information. **Responsibilities** ===================== * Record supplier invoices, expense reports, and other financial transactions in the system * Perform accounting reconciliations, including bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations * Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports and expense variances * Support internal and external audits by providing required information and documentation * Manage and control accruals, expenses, and cost allocations * Coordinate physical inventories and analyze identified discrepancies * Ensure compliance with tax regulations and internal policies on quality, safety, and environment * And others **Your Profile** ============= **Skills** --------------- * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities * Attention to detail and work accuracy * Good communication and teamwork skills * Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines * Knowledge of accounting processes and reconciliations * Responsible handling of confidential information **Experience** --------------- * Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting or finance roles * Experience in transaction recording and accounting reconciliations * Participation in audit processes and financial reporting preparation * Experience working with accounting systems and financial controls **Education** ------------- * Professional degree in Accounting, Finance, or Administration * Intermediate-level Excel proficiency * Basic English (desirable) Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non\-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio\-economic backgrounds. **Brenntag TA Team** --------------------