Job Description

NOTE: Please ONLY apply if you have sufficient experience and skills required as per job description below.

Job Summary

Looking for a dynamic, problem-solving and figure orientated individual reporting to Accounting Supervisor to be responsible for general accounting activities within the accounting function for Middle East ledgers of NOV. This goal orientated, driven and innovative individual will navigate a multicultural and highly innovative environment while partnering with several internal customers within finance including shared services team to ensure that the accounting function operates at a level that exceeds expectations. The GL Accountant will also be responsible for applying accepted accounting principles and procedures, analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements, and ensure compliance with appropriate accounting control procedures, in line with NOV and local statutory requirements.


RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out and Handle month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing procedures.
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly, yearly financials/reports that meet the NOV reporting requirements in terms of quality of accounting, deadlines, and documentation of controls.
• Processes and posts journal entries for routine transactions accurately with appropriate supporting information and ensure the accounting records correctly reflect the results of business units' financial position.
• Review accuracy and completeness of Revenue and Cost of Goods Sold entries monthly and process required accruals as necessary.
• Monitor and update CA Tool, CIP ageing and Fixed Assets Capitalization.
• Prepares supporting schedules for specific general ledger accounts. Analyse and reconciles specified balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Assist in the documentation, maintenance and monitoring of Ledger processes and controls, including the identification and testing of relevant internal controls (SOX).
• Perform monthly review of P&L and Balance Sheet of assigned entities.
• Quarterly balance sheet and P & L Fluctuation Analysis.
• Provide Operations with all financial information and analysis to support management decisions and clearly communicate responses to requests.
• Maintain monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc reporting to Corporate Accounting, Corporate Tax, and external authorities where required.
• Assist with organizing and preparation of information/documentation for quarterly SOX Compliance requirement and any statutory/tax audits.
• Assist with internal and external audits to ensure efficient reviews of financial data and controls.
• Work closely with shared services team to ensure all entries are done and accurately booked before month-end close while providing continuous support on GL processes.
• Handle accounting issues and Undertake ad hoc projects as required.
• Identifying opportunity for process automation.
• Adding value to the any other assigned tasks related finance and accounting, identify process improvements and help implement them to ensure a more efficient and effective processes.

BEHAVIORAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Strong understanding of accounting theory.
• Highly detail orientated and organized in work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Disciplined, action orientated and practical.
• Conflict resolution and trouble shooting skills.
• Ability to meet assigned deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish objectives.
• Adaptability and Flexibility.
• Must be a team player.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management across various teams in the organization.
• Fluent in English

EDUCATIONAL QULAIFICATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting required.
• 5+ years of Experience
• Experience and knowledge in General Accounting/IFRS/US GAAP and SOX Reporting in MNC/ Shared Services.
• Advanced Microsoft Office knowledge, especially in Excel (Pivot tables)
• ERP working knowledge (Sage).
• Proven ability to deliver high levels of customer service to both Internal and External customers

Desirable

• CPA/Master's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting desired
• 10+ years of Experience
• Strong awareness of internal control and security
• Excel Macros/ basic programming
• Alteryx/ Data warehouse
• Basware


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