GL Accountant (Philippines Remote)

Turnitin

3d•Remote

About The Position

The General Ledger Accountant will play a vital role in Turnitin’s International Accounting Team with primary responsibilities including maintenance of General Ledgers, Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations and supporting other functions within the accounting department as necessary. In addition, there will be integration work, which will include migrating/integrating monthly reporting and processes. The role will have exposure to most areas of the Company’s expenses in the month-end close process. This position requires the ability to work, adapt and evolve in a fast-paced environment, working to meet month end deadlines, changing requirements, and with teams in multiple time zones. The General Ledger Accountant will be expected to contribute to driving continued process improvements to help strengthen internal controls and increase efficiencies while also reducing the close cycle requirements. The Turnitin Finance team has a wide range of responsibility including internal and external financial reporting, accounting, and internal controls. This position will report directly to the Accounting Manager.

Requirements

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with Accounting & Finance experience in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in working with 3rd Party Accounting Providers
Advanced Excel skills and hands-on exposure to accounting systems (NetSuite preferred)
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues
Strong written and oral communication skills along with strong interpersonal skills and relationship building
Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to prioritize and manage workload involving multiple tasks, responsibilities and deadlines with follow-through and minimal supervision
Self-starter and proactive thinker

Responsibilities

Maintenance of general ledger and associated accounting of Turnitin’s US & International Entities
Working with outsourced accounting providers for preparation of Statutory Accounts
Assisting in Turnitin's Year End Audits
Working with Turnitin's Tax Team to ensure deliverables of VAT and Corporate Tax Reporting
Preparation of monthly journal entries and reconciliations for all non-revenue related G/L accounts
Reconciliation of cash accounts during the month end close ensuring all cash activity is properly reflected in the General Ledger
Ensuring accuracy over Prepayments and Accruals at Month End
Posting of Payroll Journals
Preparation of monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations and investigation of reconciling items
Preparation of detailed Variance Analysis reports for management review
Assist with support to internal customers including ad-hoc financial analysis, and special projects
Participation in the ongoing development/establishment of accounting policies and procedures
Assisting in Cash Management and Cash Forecasting

Benefits

Health Care Coverage
Education Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Time Off
Self-Care Days
National Holidays
2 Founder Days + Juneteenth Observed
Paid Volunteer Time
Charitable contribution match
Monthly Wellness or Home Office Reimbursement/ Access to Modern Health (mental health platform)
Parental Leave
Retirement Plan with match/contribution varies by country