Client is the leading e-commerce platform in Myanmar. Through its website, iOS and Android apps, Client ambitions to revolutionize the shopping experience in Myanmar for more than 55 million customers. By harnessing technology and combining it with an intimate understanding of the retail market, Client offers consumers an unprecedented amount of choice at a competitive price, available at the fingertip. With our logistic platform covering close to 250 cities in the country, Client is able to ship items through Myanmar quickly and efficiently, at a reasonable cost to our customers, bridging the gaps between people in the main cities and smaller onesJOB SUMMARYThe General Ledger Accountant is responsible for performing general ledger entries and account reconciliations. The successful candidate should demonstrate sound knowledge of best practices in general ledger accounting and experience in a similar role. He or she will work in close collaboration with the rest of the Finance Team and report directly to the Finance Director.KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITYFinancial Accounting and ReportingCollaborate with internal departments to gather, analyze, and interpret relevant financial informationExecute day-to-day financial accounting and transactional activities (Record to Report process) in compliance withaccounting and reporting requirementsAssist in Maintaining Chart of Accounts, aged AP/AR reports, bank reconciliation statements, Inter-companyBalances Reconciliation processesEnsure all financial transactions are logged in into SQL accounting software and enter financial data such asaccruals, deferrals, reclassifications, and interdepartmental entries into the ledger on a monthly basis, as well aspreparing reportsSupport Finance Director to produce monthly financial statements to ensure timely financial close processPolicy, Procedures & Internal ControlKeep abreast of accounting developments, and research and provide recommendations related to complexaccounting issuesIdentify opportunities to streamline and automate close process while maintaining a high level of accuracy andintegrity, with a special focus on optimizing accounting systemsTeam ManagementDirect and delegate work efforts to team members, review quality and completion of workProvide guidance to team members on complex technical issues, conduct on-the-job training and approvalsEstablish goals and individual expectations to direct reportsCommunicate regular feedback and performance reviews in line with HR practicesAdditional ResponsibilitiesContribute to special projects and assignments as requested by management to maintain, promote, develop andexpand the business of the estate and its interestsESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEThorough understanding of accounting standards including IFRS, local codes and regulationsIn-depth knowledge of transactional and reconciliation processes and proceduresDemonstrated ability to work within a team with heavy workloads and tight deadlinesDeep numerical and analytical expertise with an eye for detail, precisions and accuracyHigh level of computer literacy; familiarity with accounting softwareProficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and WordMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in Accounting4+ years of work experience in Finance functionProficiency in accounting software SQLFluent in BurmeseAdvanced English skills (verbal and written)