General Ledger Accountant

For our client, an international company establishing a new Shared Service Center in Serbia, Workforce is currently building a team of professionals for several positions within the finance function. This is a new, international SSC organization that will support the company's global functions and consolidate finance processes for multiple business units across the region. Work is organized under a hybrid model, combining office-based work with the flexibility of working from home. The company offers the opportunity to join a new team, work with a new system, develop quickly, and become a crucial part of the organization in the following role:

General Ledger Accountant

(Belgrade – Hybrid)

Job description:

• Record and verify financial transactions in the company's main accounting system – SAP
• Process journal entries, bank statements, business travel expenses, corporate credit card transactions, fixed assets, and intercompany reconciliations
• Support the monthly and annual financial closing processes
• Perform month-end closing activities, including accruals, deferrals, provisions, exchange rates, goods in transit, and other related activities
• Reconcile GL accounts and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records
• Review and verify financial documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Analyze and resolve issues related to General Ledger operations
• Investigate discrepancies and support their timely resolution
• Ensure financial records comply with accounting principles, internal policies, and defined processes
• Support internal and external audits by preparing the required documentation and information
• Analyze financial information to identify discrepancies, trends, and opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate with other finance teams and stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Contribute to the standardization and continuous improvement of accounting processes within the SSC
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Work Experience and skills:

• 3+ years of experience in General Ledger accounting or a similar accounting role
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and processes
• Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system
• Good knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel
• Experience with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Fluency in English
• Experience in a Shared Service Center / Global Business Services environment is considered an advantage

What We Offer:

• Hybrid work model, combining office presence with the flexibility of working from home
• Structured onboarding and ongoing professional development, including access to internal training programs and knowledge transfer from experienced international teams
• Opportunities for occasional business travel, supporting collaboration with colleagues across other locations
• A yearly performance-based bonus, in addition to a salary aligned with market conditions
• The chance to be part of building a new organization from the ground up, with clear potential for growth as the center expands

We highly appreciate every application for this role. At this moment, only shortlisted profiles will be contacted for the next step.