Senior Senior Associate - General Ledger Accountant Ernst & Young AE

The opportunity

As EY continues to advance its All In strategy across MENA, we remain committed to transforming businesses through the power of people, technology, and innovation. With our service lines expanding and financial operations growing in complexity, maintaining accurate books and records is more critical than ever. To support this growth, we have identified the need for additional expertise in GL accounting, ensuring strong financial governance across Jordan, Iraq and Libya.

Your key responsibilities:

• Prepare Journal Entries
  • With appropriate supporting documentation, preparing journal entries relating to amortization, depreciation, accruals, and a variety of other information. They ensure that entries align with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Reconcile Accounts
  • On a regular basis, reconcile accounts with the general ledger. Makings sure that all entries are accurate and that transactions are reported in accordance with accounting standards and government regulations.
• Support Monthly and Annual Close Processes
  • At the end of the month or year, record information such as accrual, deferral, reclass, and interdepartmental entries into the company s accounting ledger. To perform account analysis to make sure that entries and balances are correct.
• Analyze Financial Information
  • Analyzing and interpreting financial information, providing assurance that information complies with professional and regulatory standards.
• Ensure Data Accuracy
  • Checking that data is accurate. conducting audits to maintain truthful and precise data in documents.
• Ensure proper implementation of accounting methods, policies and principles which should include, at a minimum.
• Closely work with regional finance team:

• Treasury and cash forecasting
• Budgeting and planning

• Continuous systems review, provide recommendations, improve systems and procedures, and initiate corrective actions. System configurations include but are not limited to:

• Material Group alignments
• Chart of Accounts

Skills and attributes for success:

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze issues and implement effective solutions.
• Confidence to challenge assumptions and recommend improvements where appropriate.
• Exceptional analytical and numerical skills, with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and balance multiple responsibilities based on urgency and impact.
• Proactive mindset with a strong willingness to learn, adapt, and share knowledge.
• Strong listening and communication skills, with the ability to apply sound judgment and escalate issues when needed.
• Resilient under pressure, maintaining efficiency and focus in fast-paced environments.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, fostering a positive and productive work environment.