General Ledger Assistant

Job description

JOB SUMMARY
This position will be part of the Europe Finance & Accounting team responsible for a number of General Ledger activities, supporting associates based in the Continents satellite offices around Europe.

Key elements of the role include journal postings, collection of back-up, accounts payable, billing, assistance with banking, balance sheet reconciliation work, expense processing and dealing with queries.

SCOPE/BUSINESS CONTEXT/EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
· Co-ordinate any billing requirements for satellite offices and London Office
· Process manual payments
· Record all journal entries on a timely basis
· Ensure back-up is provided for all accounting entries
· Assist with the balance sheet reconciliations of assigned entities
· Perform audit and review of travel expenses
· Process entries in to Accounts Payable as required
· Process other month end journals as assigned by the Accounting Manager.
· Support department heads with month end close, as assigned.
· Provide cover for other members of the Finance & Accounting team in London and Eschborn during periods of absence
· Assist the Continent Tax and Entity teams in providing data and analysis, as it relates to financial statement audits, tax compliance and tax audits
· Perform other duties as assigned
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Desired profile

Qualifications :

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Experience
·  2 years of progressive job experience in accounting/finance field.
·  Proven experience with balance sheet reconciliation.
·  Experience with PeopleSoft general ledger system a plus.
·  Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (e.g. macros & pivot tables)

Education or Certification

·  Student of AAT, ACCA or CIMA (or country equivalent) a plus

Attributes, Knowledge and Skills

·  Good business process and time management skills; ensuring compliance with existing processes and producing quality results.
·  Able to develop and maintain effective client relationships and promote a client service orientation that delivers customer results.
·  Ability to work effectively in a collaborative work environment.
·  Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to articulate issues to a variety of individuals at multiple levels within the organization.
·  Must be able to able to work in English.
·  Ability to communicate effectively with associates on technical accounting issues.
·  Ability to make decisions in a timely manner and under pressure.
·  Demonstrates sound organizational and prioritization skills; high performance levels under tight deadlines.
·  High degree of initiative, personal responsibility and integrity.
·  Demonstrates an independent ability to research and analyze transactions and balances.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.