GFO General Ledger Associate
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for independent, timely and accurate processing of accounting transactions according to process documentation, ICS, process improvement, trainings and DSO behaviors. Support the Home and Work Leads and the team in clarifying operational issues.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Handles a Master Data Coordinator Role, as assigned
• Company Responsible under General Ledger for small and medium size entities (depending on Team Structure)
• General Ledger: WPA Non-Complex Entries (GFO and Business Initiated), Account monitoring & clearing (All GFO GL assigned), BayJED Check, Master Data Extension and changes of settings
• Closing: Perform WPA entry to resolve issues related to closing as coordinated by other GFO teams (e.g. Reporting or VFL, PAIV & Closing)
• Updates and creates documentation, whenever required
• Ensures timely and accurate performance of ICS controls
• Check pending WPA Approval
• Identify/clarify all pending requests for the current closing period
• Contributes to LEAN and Innovation activities in collaboration with RFH and GFO teams, such as Reporting or VFL, PAIV & Closing
• Performs other tasks as required by the role
Other Tasks and responsibilities:
• Complies with Bayer policies and procedures and supports company initiatives
• Proactively takes on ownership and accountability, evaluating additional ad hoc support required and going the extra mile beyond defined tasks
WHO YOU ARE
• Must be a graduate of BS Accountancy, preferably CPA
• General Understanding of technical accounting and financial reporting in a corporate environment
• Knowledge of the relevant IT systems (e.g. SAP)
• Knowledgeable in Excel, Power Point and SharePoint. Experience in Excel macros or VBA would be a plus
• Fluent in English, any other spoken language is a plus, and with strong communication/presentation skills
• Ability to collaborate and work under pressure with high flexibility in changing and complex environments
• Ownership mindset, addressing challenges proactively and with end-to-end focus, and ensuring close connection to relevant stakeholders
Local regulations and legal requirements vary per country of hire and will be discussed with considered candidates individually based on their potential of hire.
Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.
If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Job postings will remain open for a minimum of ten business days and are subject to immediate closure thereafter without additional notice. IMPORTANT NOTE for POTENTIAL CANADIAN CANDIDATES: This position requires full vaccination against COVID-19. IMPORTANT NOTE for POTENTIAL GERMAN CANDIDATES: Applications from employees in Germany who may be affected by personnel reduction will treated favorably from other candidates in Germany. IMPORTANT NOTE for POTENTIAL US CANDIDATES: Bayer expects its employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Bayer active employees are also expected to disclose their vaccination status and if fully vaccinated, provide proof of vaccination status to Occupational Medicine. Bayer defines fully vaccinated in alignment with CDC which is two weeks after completing the two-dose vaccine regimen or two weeks after completing the one-dose regimen. Additionally, Bayer employees are also required to comply with state, local and customer requirements. Division:Enabling Functions Reference Code850876 Functional Area:Accounting Location:Philippines : National Capital : TaguigEmployment Type:Regular Position Grade:E9