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Associate Accountant at Jazan… · Finland
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Job Description
JOB Description
| Position Title | Associate Accountant | Prepared By | Anne Buckett |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | 108 | Reviewed By | Michael Francyzk |
| Reports To | General Accounting Manager | Approved By | Ayman Sawadi |
| Department | Finance | Date | February 2025 |
Main Purpose of the Position
To develop foundational accounting skills by supporting financial operations, maintaining accurate records, and assisting in compliance and reporting processes under the guidance of senior team members.
Job Objectives
- Accurate Data Entry: To record financial transactions in accounting systems, ensuring precision and completeness to maintain data integrity.
- Account Reconciliations: To assist in reconciling accounts, including bank statements and general ledger entries, to ensure financial accuracy.
- Support Financial Reporting: To help prepare financial reports, schedules, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Compliance Learning: To gain knowledge of accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory requirements to build a strong foundation in financial compliance.
- Reconciliation and Reporting: To prepare and manage monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial data.
- Filing and Documentation: To complete monthly filing activities, upload financial documentation, and manage accounting archives to support organizational efficiency.
- Month-End and Audit Assistance: To contribute to the month-end closing process and assist during audits by providing necessary documentation and support.
- Team Collaboration: To work closely with senior accountants, finance managers, and other team members to learn best practices and support financial operations effectively.
Formal Qualifications/Education
Essential
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (newly qualified graduate) .
Job Related Work Experience
Essential
Little to no work experience
Job Related Knowledge and skills
Understanding of fundamental accounting concepts (e.g., debits, credits, accruals)
Aware
Awareness of GAAP or IFRS and their application in financial reporting
Aware
Knowledge of basic reconciliation techniques for accounts and bank statements
Aware
Familiarity with tax documentation and basic compliance requirements
Aware
Exposure to accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and spreadsheet tools like Microsoft Excel
Aware
Awareness of financial regulations and legal requirements
Aware
Understanding of workflows in financial operations, such as accounts payable and receivable
Aware
Basic skills in accounting software and proficiency in Excel for calculations and reporting
Proficient
Communication skills
Proficient
Time management skills
Proficient
Team collaboration
Proficient
Adaptability
Proficient
Attention to details
Proficient
Communication skills
Proficient
Responsibilities
| Financial responsibility: | No budget/financial responsibility |
|---|---|
| Responsibility for staff: | No staff reporting into this position |
| Time span of impact: | Immediate: 1 – 7 days |
Contacts
| Internal Clients/Contacts | External Clients/Contacts |
|---|---|
| Direct line manager | Suppliers and vendors |
| Admin staff |
Work Context
| Working hours: | Regular |
|---|---|
| Position requires travel: | Less than 10% annually |
| Posture: | About 90% of the time is spent sitting in an office while the remainder of the time is spent walking and/or standing |
| Physical danger: | Almost no risk |
| Position is directly accountable for: | Equipment |
| Work outputs | |
| Work methods | |
| Safety |
Competencies
Action orientation
Adapting and responding to change
Communication
Planning and organizing
Problem solving and analysis
Quality orientation
Teamwork and collaboration
Technical expertise
Position in organization
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The incumbent may therefore be required to perform other duties not specified here from time to time.