Who we are:
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative, but work well within a team.
Job Purpose:
As a General Ledger Accountant, you will be responsible for recording, reconciling, and reporting financial transactions within the organization. You will maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger, assist in the preparation of financial statements, and support internal and external audits.
Key Responsibilities:
Recording Transactions: Record financial transactions, including journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll entries into the general ledger.
Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile ledger accounts, ensuring that debits and credits are balanced and that discrepancies are resolved promptly.
Month-End Close: Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparing adjusting journal entries and financial statements.
Financial Analysis: Analyze and review financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
Audit Support: Collaborate with internal and external auditors by providing requested documentation, explanations, and supporting schedules.
Variance Analysis: Investigate and report on variances in financial data, identifying the root causes and proposing corrective actions as necessary.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
Accounting Software: Utilize accounting software and other financial tools to maintain the general ledger efficiently.
Documentation: Maintain organized and accurate documentation of financial transactions and reconciliations.
Reporting: Prepare and distribute financial reports, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
Process Improvement: Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting and general ledger maintenance.
Communication: Collaborate with other departments and teams to gather financial data and provide insights into the company’s financial performance.
Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Professional certification such as CPA, CA, ACCA is a plus.
Proven experience of 6 to 8 years in accounting or finance, focusing on 2 to 4 years in general ledger management.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
What we offer:
Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.
Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion:
At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behavior and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together create a safe and livable world’ – and to each other.
HSE Responsibilities:
Responsible for ensuring safety of self and others at site. Prevent damage of equipment and assets Responsible for following all safety signs/procedures/ safe working practices Responsible for using appropriate PPE’s Responsible for participating in mock drills. Entitled to refuse any to undertake any activity considered unsafe. Responsible for filling up of hazard observation card, wherever hazard has been noticed at site. Responsible for safe housekeeping of his work place. To stop any operation that is deemed unsafe To be able to operate fire extinguisher in case of fire To report an incident as soon as possible to immediate supervisor and HSE manager To complete HSE trainings as instructed to do so.
