Senior General Ledger Accountant

Since our founding, IDEMIA Public Security has been on a mission to unlock the world and make it safer through our cutting-edge identity technologies. Our technology leadership makes us the partner of choice for hundreds of governments and thousands of enterprises in over 180 countries, including some of the biggest and most influential brands in the world. In applying our unique expertise in biometrics and cryptography, we enable our clients to unlock simpler and safer ways to pay, connect, access, identify, travel and protect public places – at scale and in total security.

Our teams work from 5 continents and speak 100+ different languages. We strongly believe that our diversity is a key driver of innovation and performance.

Purpose

This role is responsible for overseeing key general ledger processes with primary focus on these accounting areas -- cash, payroll accounting, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, accounts receivable accounting and reporting. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate and timely recording of transactions, perform reconciliations, support the month-end close, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and drive process improvements across multiple entities or a shared services environment.

Key Missions

Work Arrangement

• Requires working night shift (10:00 PM to 7:00 AM PHT)
• On-site presence is required two days per week, including Thursdays.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the end-to-end general ledger accounting for assigned areas, including preparation, review, and posting of accurate journal entries, which may cover the any of following domains:
• Perform and review bank and cash reconciliations; monitor cash-related GL accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Handle payroll-related accounting, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations of payroll liability accounts, and coordination with payroll/HR teams.
• Calculate, post, and review month-end accruals and prepayments (prepaid expenses); ensure proper amortization and release schedules.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation/amortization calculations, asset additions/disposals/transfers, and fixed asset register maintenance and reconciliations.
• Manage end-to-end IFRS 16 lease accounting, includes validation of IFRS16 balance, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Support accounts receivable accounting from a GL perspective: postings, reconciliations of AR control accounts, bad debt provisions/allowances, and related adjustments.
• Lead or support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations, flux analysis, and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP / IFRS, company policies, and internal controls; maintain accurate documentation and audit trails.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and enhanced controls within the general ledger processes.
• Provide support for internal and external audits related to the assigned GL areas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Treasury, Payroll, Operations, Tax, etc.)
• As needed, mentor junior team members on best practices.
  

Profile & Other Information

Required Profile

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, particularly related to intercompany transactions, eliminations, and foreign currency.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivots, VLOOKUPs, macros)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with global teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and implement controls.
• Experience with financial reporting tools and audit support.
  
  

Required Experience

• BS in Accounting or Finance; a CPA is a plus.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience in industries with complex intercompany structures is preferred.
• Experience with a mid to large ERP system, MS Dynamics ERP systems (D365 and Great Plains) preferred.
• Experience with reporting systems, TM1 and BFC preferred.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
  
  

By choosing to work at IDEMIA Public Security , you will join a unique tech company, offering a wide range of growth opportunities. You will contribute to a safer world, collaborating with an international and global community. We value the diversity of our teams and welcome people from all walks of life, regardless of how they look, where they come from, who they love, or what they think.

We deliver cutting edge, future proof innovation that reach the highest technological standards and we’re transforming, fast, to stay a leader in a world that’s changing fast, too.

At IDEMIA Public Security , people can develop their expertise and feel a sense of ownership and empowerment, in a global environment, as part of a company with the ambition and the ability to change the world.

Visit our website to know more about the leader in Identity Technologies

https://www.idemia.com/business/idemia-public-security

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