Summary
Power International Holding is seeking an Accounting Manager for its Venezuela-based operations. The role oversees accounting records, monthly closing, trial balances, reconciliations, depreciation, financial reporting and internal controls. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in accounting, a CPA qualification, at least eight years of relevant experience in Venezuela, and fluency in Spanish and English. The successful candidate must be based in Caracas and authorized to work locally.
The posting
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Job Summary
The Accounting Manager in Venezuela ensures the integrity of accounting, safeguards organizational assets and develops efficient business processes to record revenue, financial reporting process and monthly closing process. Fulfills revenue objectives and adhere to accounting and reporting policies. This includes reviewing and analyzing finances, ensuring compliance with regulations and refining reporting documentation. Responsible for overseeing certain contracts as it relates to financial reporting, leading strategic planning for accounting policies and maintaining internal controls over financial transactions.
Job Responsibilities 1
Assure that accounting records are prepared and maintained in accordance with the organization's accounting policies, chart of accounts, and related accounting principles and practices, and that subordinate ledgers reconcile with the general ledger.
Review all vouchers (BPV, CPV, JV, RV etc.) prepared by all accountants in each section and signs them to ensure that all transactions are booked to right cost code and cost center.
Ensure that all types of vouchers prepared by Accountants are thoroughly reviewed
Review all accrued expenses on a monthly basis.
Review the depreciation process for the fixed assets to ensure right direction of the depreciation expenses (the right cost drive of the depreciation).
Ensure that all accrued expenses on a monthly basis are reviewed as well as the depreciation process for the fixed assets.
Prepare the monthly trial balance. Review the monthly bank reconciliation for all current accounts and bank liabilities after preparing the same from the treasury section.
Ensure that monthly trial balance is prepared on time. Thorough review on bank reconciliation for all current accounts and bank liabilities after preparation by the Treasury Section.
Review all vendor reconciliations which are prepared by the accounts payable sections
Ensure that all vendor reconciliations are reviewed.
Ensure that all transactions coming from the modules are linked to the right accounts in GL. Ensure that clients know to use the services and provide assistance if necessary. Manage and provide assistance in managing or maintaining accounts of strategic clients.
Ensure that all transactions coming from modules are linked to the right accounts in GL.
Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies
Job Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to their industry.
Strong leadership skills are essential for effectively managing a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems is necessary for managing financial transactions, generating reports, and maintaining financial records.
Excellent analytical skills are vital for interpreting financial data, conducting variance analysis, and identifying trends or anomalies within financial reports.
Experience in financial statement preparation, budgeting, and forecasting enables the Accounting Manager to provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Job Experience
Minimum 8 year(s) of relevant working experience in Venezuela.
Currently based in Caracas, Venezuela, with authorization to work locally.
Strong understanding of the Venezuelan market and local business environment.
Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written).
Competencies
Resilience
Build High-Performing Teams
Provide Direction
AI Fluency
Quality
Leadership
Credit & Collections L3
Control and Monitoring L3
Banking Relationships L3
Profit and Loss Budgets L3
Agility
Debt Management L3
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Professional Qualification in Certified Public Accountant (CPA)