Junior Accountant

Roles and Responsibilities

• To process revenue accounting transactions, clear exceptions, raise invoices, trigger accounting, conduct reconciliation, fare/refund audits, master updates, reviews and other processing functions as per approved ISO Standards and Procedures.
• To identify and evaluate discrepancies, resolve queries with the respective internal or external stakeholders and preclude inconsistent results accompanied by maintenance of detective and prevention controls. Improve customer experience through high-quality deliverables, effective issue resolution and structured communication.
• To assist the Supervisor or Officer in pre/post-closing accounting functions and ad-hoc assignments.
• Support internal and external customers by providing required information and answering queries.
• Receipt daily collections in GR&CS cash counters at airport and non-airport locations into respective GL ledger, airline accounts or other debtor accounts. Update the business and operational systems with information such as debtor’s receipts and exchange rates as required. Be flexible to work in any of GR&CS locations with different shift patterns.
• Tally cash collected and bank the same after verifying with the sales report on a daily basis. Escalate discrepancies such as cash shortages immediately to the relevant supervisor/manager of the unit to investigate further, providing the GR&CS supervisor with full details if the discrepancy cannot be resolved.
• Update the financial system with complete and accurate details to enable generation of receipt, invoices, payment voucher, and other financial documents and entries on time.
• Check documentation to identify deviations from set accounting procedures and practices on payments, receipts, accruals, prepayments and recoverable, reporting results to immediate supervisor for appropriate action.
• Generate and dispatch financial documents and check that financial entries created in the accounting system are backed by adequate supporting documents.
• Maintain manual or system based records of process requests, enquiries, complaints, claims, payment vouchers and reconciliation statements and identify queries relating to discrepancies which need to be escalated to the immediate supervisor, providing information and support to enable the query to be resolved as soon as possible.
• Respond to queries raised on a daily basis from staff, other finance sections or external clients (e.g. debtors, airlines) as appropriate, investigating queries where necessary to ensure a prompt and accurate response.
• Perform basic level of reconciliation based on predefined parameters for various clearing accounts, debtor, creditor, petty cash, reimbursement, deduction and accrual accounts so that all transactions are appropriately and accurately booked in the correct accounts.

Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Finance or Accounting related preferred.
Experience
Finance & Insurance/Accounts: 3+ Years
Knowledge/Skills

• Working knowledge of office automation software like Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good analytical and investigative skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Specific to Fare Revenue Protection, Passenger Flown, Refund and Revenue Master Management.
• Knowledge of fares, ticketing (preferably with IATA qualification). Working knowledge of advanced fares and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) would be an added advantage.

Desired Candidate Profile

As a Junior Accountant, several key skills and qualifications are essential for success in the role. Here are some important ones:

• Basic Accounting Knowledge: Understanding of fundamental accounting principles and practices, including debits, credits, and financial statements.
• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy to ensure financial data is recorded and reported correctly.
• Proficiency in Accounting Software: Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or Excel) for managing financial transactions and reports.
• Data Entry Skills: Efficient and accurate data entry skills to maintain financial records and documentation.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial information and identify discrepancies or issues.
• Time Management: Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, especially during busy periods like month-end closings.
• Communication Skills: Clear verbal and written communication abilities to interact with colleagues and assist in explaining financial information.
• Teamwork: Collaborative mindset to work effectively with other accounting team members and departments.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes, tools, and regulatory changes.
• Ethics and Confidentiality: Understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling financial information.