GL Accountant (Maternity Cover)

The Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act onclimate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp we are passionate about ensuring our customers satisfaction and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

Job title: General Ledger Accountant
Reporting to: General Ledger Team Leader
Organisation: kp Business Services

Purpose of the job: Processing General Ledger (GL) activities in the Shared Service Centre (SSC)

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Perform period end activities such as booking of journal entries currency revaluation depreciation accruals and provisions etc.;
• Perform inventory accounting and post adjustments;
• Balance sheet reconciliations and account maintenance;
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external accounting standards laws and regulations policies and procedures;
• Ensure a proper documentation of work procedures is kept up to date namely in accordance with Standard Process Model;
• Perform accounts reviews and provide explanations of variances;
• Provide support related to annual and interim audits in close cooperation with other departments and auditors;
• Participation in continuous improvement projects.

Knowledge:

• Desirable knowledge of IFRS;
• Knowledge of accounting standards in one of the following GAAPs: Portugal Germany Italy France Spain Netherlands Switzerland UK or USA;
• Desirable knowledge in Internal Controls.

Functional/Technical skills:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting Finance or similar field;
• Professional working proficiency in English other languages would be a plus;
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP and JD Edwards would be a plus) Basware and MS Office.
• Ability to work in an international global environment.

Soft Skills:

• Work effectively with people from all backgrounds promoting inclusion and respect for diversity;
• Build Trust and Partnerships;
• Strong Team Work skills;
• Treat sensitive and/or confidential information appropriately.

Experience:

• Experience in finance and accounting or equivalent is a plus;
• Experience within a Shared Service Centre environment and transition.
  
  

Unspecified Duties: This job description reflects the immediate requirements and objectives of the role. It is not an exhaustive list of duties but gives a general indication of the work undertaken which may vary in detail in light of changing demands and priorities.

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At kp Diversity Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities ideas perspectives and experiences and encourage people fromunderrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in theorganization without regard to race gender religion national origin age veteran status disability sexual preference marital status or inclusion in any other protected class.

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