Transactional Accountant

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Transactional Accountant to join the Central Transactional Accounting team within the Finance Services division of the Finance Factory. This role is responsible for managing a defined scope of accounts, ensuring the excellence of accounting operations — including posting in Accounting Systems, process automation, and continuous enhancement.

The successful candidate will organize and steer day-to-day accounting activities, maintain robust internal controls and procedures, monitor performance, and actively contribute to the digital transformation of accounting processes through AI-enabled tools and automation.

Key Result Areas:

Accounting Postings & Bookings:

• Record operations and transactions in Accounting Systems in accordance with group internal and regulatory requirements and deadlines, under local GAAP, IFRS, tax, and legal requirements.
• Ensure operations and transactions from Feeder Systems are accurately recorded in Accounting Systems by investigating and resolving any discrepancies or issues.
• Clear all open item transactions in Balance Sheet Accounts on a timely basis.
• Justify and document all open items resulting in open balances.
• Perform and document bank reconciliations.
• Review accounting journals for monthly close, identifying and resolving booking discrepancies.
• Support external audits and ensure timely closure of related findings.

AI Readiness & Process Automation:

• Leverage AI-powered tools and automation solutions (e.g., robotic process automation, intelligent document processing) to streamline transactional accounting workflows.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and data analytics to improve accuracy, reduce manual effort, and enhance reporting quality.
• Collaborate with IT and digital transformation teams to pilot and implement AI-driven accounting solutions.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, AI trends, and best practices in finance automation.
• Contribute to the development of automated reconciliation, anomaly detection, and predictive analytics capabilities within the accounting function.

Experience Requirements:

• Total Experience: 5 to 8 years of progressive experience in Accounting and Finance functions.
• Relevant Experience: Hands-on experience in Transactional Accounting, General Accounting, Accounts Payable (AP), Account Reconciliations, and Month-End Closing activities.
• Team Management: Individual Contributor (IC) role with no direct people management responsibilities.
• Preferred Industry: Experience within the Insurance industry, Shared Services, Global Business Services (GBS), or Finance Factory environment will be an added advantage.