Job Profile Summary Performs the following accounting activities in a defined area of expertise for low to moderate complexity accounts: Prepares journal entries; maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts. Provides records of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions. Prepares profit and loss, income and balance sheet statements. Maintains receipts and disbursement reports. Prepares reports and tax returns. Ensures accuracy and compliance with all accounting regulations and internal controls. Interprets reports and records for managers. Develops, implements and/or maintains one or more accounting systems. Understands and lives the Finance Framework, mindset and behaviors. Works independently within guidelines and policies, receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience and provides functional guidance. Job description As R2R General Accounting Analyst you will execute GAMA operational activities for the Americas RSS in Costa Rica. Job Summary •Performs advanced accounting functions requiring thorough knowledge of accounting methods, principles, and practices. •Responsible for complex analysis and audits of accounting transactions, processes and interrelationships. •Identifies complex accounting issues, and researches and recommends implementation plans for new and existing accounting policies and guidance. •Examines and audits financial statements and documents for conformance with accounting requirements and principles. •Key contact to affiliates for accounting and reporting topics. •Serves as an internal resource by sharing best practice and expertise to colleagues. •May have lead responsibilities for special projects, strategic implementations, etc. •Responsible for maintaining and continuously improving the quality system and achieving quality objectives through daily actions. Key Roles & Responsibilities •Leads complex accounting analysis and auditing for assigned area of responsibility. Serves as the subject matter expert for affiliates served and an internal resource for colleagues. . •Prepare a variety of complex financial and/or cost activities, statements and/or reports including but not limited to trial balances, balance sheets, financial statements, profit-and-loss statements or statements of sourcing and application of funds. Prepares journal entries for entry into the general ledger or cost accounting system on a monthly basis by collecting necessary data, analyzing and/or allocating costs, and preparing audit train support for the journal entries. •Prepares appropriate commentary or explanations relating to report items of particular interest or significance. Conducts any investigations of the accounts involved. Recommends to management the actions to be taken. •Supplies or explains data to customers, secures information, or describes data which could be made available. Provides advice on accounting matters especially when based on well-established principles and practices. •Ensures that systems and procedures are in compliance with company policies, acceptable accounting practices, and applicable regulations. •Serves as an internal resource to colleagues and assists in their development and training. May review the work of subordinates. Performs other duties and assist or lead with projects as needed
