Accountant (IGT1)

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Colombo, LKA
In-Office
Mid level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Accountant will process high-volume accounting transactions, maintain records, perform reconciliations, and support documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedures.
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Company Description

About IGT1:

IGT1 is a rapidly growing offshore technology and talent solutions company based in Port City Colombo. We are a fully owned subsidiary of IGT I Holdings Sweden AB, funded by the three of world’s leading private equity firms; EQT Group, Hg, and TA Associates and also a sister company of IFS.

At IGT1, we partner with global businesses to provide them with an operation that maximizes efficiency, spurs growth, allows them to develop and deliver world-class products and services, and creates long-term value. Our people-first culture champions diversity, teamwork, and continuous learning, creating an environment where talent thrives. 

With a team of over 500 professionals and counting, we are always looking for passionate, skilled individuals who want to make a global impact while being part of something extraordinary. 

Through our offshore collaboration model, you'll be embedded within the team of one of our esteemed international clients, contributing directly to high-impact, enterprise-level initiatives. 

About the Client: Kyriba

Kyriba is the global leader in cloud-based finance solutions, empowering CFOs and their teams to transform how they activate liquidity as a dynamic, real-time vehicle for growth and value creation. Our award-winning SaaS platform delivers comprehensive treasury, risk management, payments, and supply chain finance capabilities that enable companies to optimize their working capital and enhance financial performance.

About the Role:

We are seeking an Accountant to join our Sri Lanka-based accounting processing team. This is a hands-on role focused on executing high-volume, repeatable accounting transactions and data entry. The position will process routine accounting transactions according to established procedures, with all work reviewed and approved by the manager and US team.

Job Description

1. Transaction Processing & Data Entry

  • Process daily accounting transactions and journal entries
  • Input data into accounting systems with high accuracy
  • Complete assigned transaction batches within established timeframes
  • Prepare transaction files for review

2. Accounting Transaction Processing & Reconciliation

  • Bank Reconciliations: Prepare daily/monthly bank reconciliations and identify reconciling items
  • Prepaid Expenses: Enter prepaid expense transactions and prepare amortization schedules
  • Fixed Assets: Process fixed asset additions, disposals, and depreciation entries

3. Documentation & Record Keeping

  • Maintain organized records of all transactions processed
  • Prepare supporting documentation for review
  • Complete transaction checklists and tracking logs
  • File source documents according to established filing procedures

4. Process Execution

  • Follow step-by-step procedures provided by your manager.
  • Use standardized templates and formats for all deliverables.
  • Submit completed work to on sight manager and US team for review and approval
  • Make corrections as directed by reviewing accountants

5. Communication & Coordination

  • Report daily on transaction processing status
  • Ask clarifying questions when procedures are unclear
  • Flag unusual items or exceptions for guidance
  • Meet daily and monthly processing deadlines

Qualifications

Experience:

  • Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on accounting transaction processing and data entry
  • Experience preparing reconciliations and journal entries
  • Experience in a shared services center or BPO environment strongly preferred
  • Background processing transactions for US-based companies is advantageous

Technical Skills:

  • Strong proficiency with accounting systems and data entry
  • Microsoft Excel experience necessary
  • Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite or Workday a plus)
  • Familiarity with US GAAP is helpful but not required

Core Competencies:

  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to process high volumes of transactions efficiently
  • Strong ability to follow detailed procedures and instructions
  • Effective written and verbal English communication
  • Comfortable taking direction and implementing feedback
  • Ability to work across time zones
  • Reliable, punctual, and deadline-driven
  • Team player with positive attitude

Additional Information

We champion flexibility and hybrid work options to support varying lifestyles and personal needs. At the same time, we value the power of in-person collaboration to build community, spark innovation, and strengthen connections. Our approach ensures you can work in ways that suit you best while still engaging with colleagues to share ideas and grow together. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DNP 

    Skills Required

    • Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on accounting transaction processing and data entry
    • Experience preparing reconciliations and journal entries
    • Experience in a shared services center or BPO environment strongly preferred
    • Background processing transactions for US-based companies is advantageous
    • Strong proficiency with accounting systems and data entry
    • Microsoft Excel experience necessary
    • Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite or Workday a plus)
    • Familiarity with US GAAP is helpful but not required

    IFS Compensation & Benefits Highlights

    The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IFS and has not been reviewed or approved by IFS.

    • Retirement Support Retirement support is presented as part of the package in North America through a 401(k) plan and references to pension/defined contribution arrangements in some contexts.
    • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as available in some regions, including health, dental, life, and disability insurance offerings.
    • Strong & Reliable Incentives Variable pay elements such as monthly bonuses and profit sharing are described as meaningful in certain roles, with bonuses tied to performance outcomes like reduced downtime.

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    The Company
    HQ: Linköping
    6,788 Employees
    Year Founded: 1983

    What We Do

    IFS develops and delivers enterprise software for companies around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, build and maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. Within our single platform, our industry specific products are innately connected to a single data model and use embedded digital innovation so that our customers can be their best when it really matters to their customers – at the Moment of Service. The industry expertise of our people and of our growing ecosystem, together with a commitment to deliver value at every single step, has made IFS a recognized leader and the most recommended supplier in our sector. Our team of 5,000 employees every day live our values of agility, trustworthiness and collaboration in how we support our 10,000+ customers. Learn more about how our enterprise software solutions can help your business today at ifs.com. Follow us on Twitter: @ifs Facebook: www.facebook.com/ifsdotcom Instagram: www.instagram.com/ifsdotcom Visit the IFS Blog on technology, innovation and creativity: https://blog.ifs.com/

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