Have deep knowledge of the process, policies and desk top procedures within their engagement
Be aware of the client specific adjustments and deviations from the generic GPM process design
Apply process improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma) to the area of expertise for the continuous improvement purposes
To enhance and re-design processes to ensure improvement within client context
Drive Value back to client utilizing their process expertise
Primary Skill
Reviewing and approving of General Ledger Journals, Accruals, Provisions, allocations and other entries according to the schedule Client Desktop Procedures
Initiation of accounting entries based on the non standard events and accounting rules not directly described in the Desktop Procedures, but resulting from other Policies and Accounting Manuals
Preparation and execution of Period End Close related activities according to time table and procedures
Secondary Skill
Monitoring of Period End Close progress, interacting (and escalating if required) with Client\'s Finance Controllers or Process Owners to ensure timely closure and reporting
Preparation of Period End Reporting packs (i.e. Trial Balance review) and its review and sign off with Clients Financial Controllers