SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Job DescriptionGeneral Accountant manages a company's overall financial health by handling daily transactions, maintaining ledgers, preparing financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow), ensuring tax compliance, and analyzing data to support business decisions, covering duties from bookkeeping and bank reconciliations to budgeting and reporting for month/year-end close and audits.
Key Responsibilities
- General Ledger: Maintain and update the general ledger, preparing journal entries.
- Tax Compliance: Prepare and file tax returns (e.g., VAT, Withholding Tax) and ensure adherence to regulations.
- Auditing & Compliance: Support internal/external audits, ensure accounting policies are followed, and maintain financial security.
- Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, costs, and ROI, aiding strategic decisions.
- Month/Year-End Close: Support the closing process, including accruals and adjustments.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
- Transaction Management: Process accounts payable (AP) and receivable (AR), manage cash flow, and handle bank reconciliations.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
- Proficiency in accounting software and data entry.
- Excellent analytical, mathematical, and detail-oriented skills.
- Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is typically required.
Typical Duties
- Processing invoices, payments, and receipts.
- Managing payroll and related reporting.
- Reconciling bank statements and company accounts.
- Creating and presenting financial reports to management.
- Coordinating with other departments and external parties.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance General knowledge of accounting principles - required
- Minimum 4 years of related professional experience in Accounting / Finance – required (if this experience is within an SSC environment it is an advantage)
- Experience in financial systems (knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have)
For Pooling
Hybrid Setup
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance
- Minimum 4 years of related professional experience in Accounting / Finance
- General knowledge of accounting principles
- Experience in financial systems, knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have
SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
SGS Insights
What We Do
SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection, and Certification company, providing quality and safety control services.
