General Ledger Specialist

Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome.Job Requisition #:032326 General Ledger Specialist (Open)Job DescriptionFounded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials – and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.Our VisionBeing the best customer service company in the world.Our PurposeCreate packaging solutions for life’s essentials.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and process manual journal entries (accruals, prepayments, bank transactions, provisions, reclassifications)Prepare complex calculation for manual journal entries (such as customer rebate accrual, transport cost accrual)Manage fixed asset transactions (capitalize new assets, transfer/dispose assets, run depreciations)Prepare account reconciliations (i.e.: support assets and liabilities/equities in the balance sheet at period-end)Perform period-end closing in ERP, including checking account balances, closing periodsResponsible for period-end reporting of general ledger/finance information to corporate consolidation system (Oracle/FCCS)Address inquiries and ad hoc requests from business unit operation finance teams (questions on account balances, etc.)Responsible to execute day to day work in accordance with Greif Corporate Policies, US GAAP and SOX key controls and R2R standard set of procedurePrepare inventory valuation analysis in line with standard processCoordinate intercompany mismatch resolution with AP and AR teamsSupport internal and external audit by providing timely and accurate information as neededParticipate in R2R projects (lead by R2R team or work with other Greif departments)Work as one team – within the GL team, within BSC and within Greif as a wholeEducation And ExperienceBachelor's degree-preferably in Economics, Finance - AccountancyUp to standard knowledge of corporate and local accounting rules, being able to apply those in daily work.Some level of experience with GL processes, having relationships with Finance Managers, controllers, other peers.Effective at dealing with people at all levels (Interpersonal skills).Pragmatic & logical thinker with an eye for detail and an analytical mind1 - 3 years relevant experienceFluent communication in English (both written and verbal)Solid user-level proficiency in MS OfficeProactive attitude – seek for solution and not only questionAble to work independently but ask questions when necessaryWhat We ProvideMultinational, dynamic environment;Modern office in the city center;Stable company background;Long-term career opportunity;Home office opportunity and flexible working hours;Latest end-to-end processes;Work-life balance.At Greif, your work has purpose, colleagues care about your well-being, and you have the opportunity to grow and thrive. Service and leadership are the core of everything we do. Our global presence provides us a platform to do good in the world.Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif.EEO Statementhttps://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdfWe offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.