Gl Accountant

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customized services, infrastructure, signaling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide

**Purpose of the Job**

The GL Accountant will be responsible for financial GL entries into the SAP ER System.

**Role and Responsibilities**

Performance Measurement
- Timing and efficiency of periodic and intermittent deliverables.
- Accuracy and clarity of the information being produced.
- The completeness of the information being produced.

**Responsibilities**:

- Ensure good coordination and transfer with shared service center on GL activities.
- Support annual reporting for the Board & Workers Council as per statutory requirement.
- Monitor and review the balance sheet on a monthly basis in line with the deadlines.
- Enters financial data and transactions into the ledger
- Reviews financial documents for accuracy and reconciling accounts
- Analyzes financial data and providing financial recommendations
- Prepares entries for various needs incl payroll & other provisions
- Ensures financial records comply with regulatory standards
- Generates financial reports
- Collaborating with other departments to complete accurate records and provide accounting support
- Supports the Auditor, Controller and other financial professionals in their duties as needed
- Supports the Business Development Team in the preparation of tenders within the corporate Finance Instructions (within limits defined per DOA).
- Ensures that the internal control manual is adhered through and communicated.
- Responsibility for the control and preparation for Internal and External Audits, ensuring that any internal or external audit findings are logged and actioned in line with promised deadlines.
- Ensure that Finance departmental work instructions are written, communicated and stored in an accessible place and are updated regularly to reflect continuous improvements.
- Provide back up to any of the processes within the finance department, except where segregation of duties do not allow.
- Preparation/validation of the VAT return
- Preparation and submission/validation on a monthly basis of Intrastat. Preparation and submission/validation of the Quarterly EC sales listing.

Educational Requirements
- Accounting Degree

Desired Knowledge / Experience
- Experienced in Financial Accounting, and Statutory Reporting.
- Self-motivated with drive, resilience and enthusiasm.
- Good Organisation,
- Team player
- Good IT skills - Excel, powerpoint and word

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

**Equal opportunity statement**:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

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