Intercompany Accountant (Foreign Exchange)

The Intercompany Accountant will handle the payables function for all local and foreign creditors to ensure accurate data in the accounts payable system and to make payments according to corporate guidelines.
The role will also involve foreign receivables and the collection and offset of these amounts.
The role will also involve the reporting and monitoring of all the WIPS and Accruals.
The Intercompany Accountant will also act as support for the Accounting Manager.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance5+ years of experience in finance or accountingInternational accounting experience is a plusExperience in both accounts payable and receivable functionsExperience with foreign exchange transactionsMust have good working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets (Advanced Excel abilities)Cargowise and Freight Industry experience will be advantageousResponsibilities:Reviewing all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to paymentDeveloping improved payables processes and implementing with approval from the next level managerPosting invoices as needed within company guidelinesReconciling work processed by operations departmentsVerifying entries and comparing system reports to statementsMaintaining accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactionsMaintaining historical records by accurate filing of documents and maintaining this systemReconciling accounts receivable and accounts payable with foreign entitiesWorking with intercompany and agents on resolving disputes and settling paymentsWorking with customers from various countries utilizing a broad range of currenciesDeveloping improved processes and implementing with approval from the next level managerReviewing all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment of invoicesVerifying entries and comparing system reports to statementsProtecting organization's value by keeping information confidentialWorking with finance department to ensure smooth workflow and productive environmentServing as a liaison between overseas customers/creditors and internal staff to ensure accounting processes and issues are resolved in a timely mannerUpdating records in Cargowise systemFollowing up on overdue paymentsWorking with management team to set standards and metrics for performanceResponding to any questions regarding accounts payables and accounts receivablesPreparing the reports required by the companies Job Management PolicyEscalating uncommon, complex issues to the next level manager for resolution when necessaryBrainstorming possible solutions for issues with the accountingPerforming other related duties, as assigned Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not received a response within two weeks of applying