Senior GA Accountant

Description

On behalf of our client, an international company in agro-business, Manpower Serbia is seeking an experienced professional to take on the role of Senior GA Accountant.Job description

• Country SPOC (Single Point of Contact) and coordination - Act as the main accounting contact for the Country CFO and local Finance team. 
• Ensure clear communication and coordination between the SSC and local stakeholders. 
• Support the alignment of SSC deliverables with country-specific requirements.  
• General Accounting, month-end closing & tax - Perform and review general ledger activities in compliance with the monthly closing calendar. 
• Ensure timely and accurate closing of all relevant balance sheet accounts, including accounts payable, fixed assets, intercompany accounts and  calculate cut-off accruals 
• Oversee fixed asset accounting: capitalization, depreciation, and disposals, in close collaboration with country operators and SSC AP team 
• Calculate and post tax-related entries (e.g., VAT…) as per country-specific regulations (with the support of Country CFO) 
• Ensure all reconciliations and account justifications are properly prepared, documented, and reviewed. 
• Lead intercompany reconciliation activities and ensure alignment with group policies and deadlines.   
• Financial Reporting & Analytical Entries - Contribute to the preparation and submission of monthly financial reports for business and group finance stakeholders. 
• Post analytical reclassification and adjustment entries based on inputs from the Country CFO and Financial Controller. 
• Ensure the consistency and accuracy of financial data across all reporting dimensions.  
• Analytical reviews & Continuous Improvement - Participate actively in weekly and monthly financial reviews with the Country CFO and Financial Controller. 
• Identify and support opportunities for process improvements, standardization, and automation. 
• Reporting line: reports directly to the SSC Director

Requirements

 Position Requirements 

• 5–10 years of experience in general accounting or similar roles, preferably in a multinational industrial group or bookkeeping agency 
• Solid knowledge of IFRS and/or GAAP, intercompany flows, and fixed asset processes
•  Prior experience in a Shared Services Center or matrix organization is a strong asset. 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred) and GA / P2P tool