Accountant
- Full-time
Company Description
ESL Languages is the leading European study abroad agency. We have been organising language courses abroad throughout the world since 1996. Our presence is international, with more than 35 sales offices across Europe.
Beyond linguistic, cultural and geographical borders, more than 25 thousand students every year make the choice to book with ESL and make their goal of learning a language and discovering the world a reality.
ESL received many industry accolades over the years. We entered into the eternal Hall of Fame as Best European Study Abroad Agency in Europe in 2016 after winning 5 times in 6 consecutive years. This prestigious ST award is based on the votes of thousands of language schools around the world and rewards the quality counseling and high service provided by all of the ESL staff.
In 2019, ESL became part of the Kaplan Languages Group, one of the largest global chains of English language schools. ESL continues to work an independent agency within the KLG group.
Job Description
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accountant will:
- Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
- Update accounts payable and accounts receivables and perform reconciliations
- Support the rest of the Accounting team in any specific project that would arise within the Accounting / Finance function
Main Tasks
- Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
- Update accounts payable and accounts receivables and perform reconciliations
- Review and prepare if needed fixed assets register(s)
- Assist in producing error-free accounting reports
- Ensure timely bank payments
- Support month-end and year-end close process
- Support the rest of the Accounting team in any specific project that would arise within the Accounting / Finance function
Education and experience
- Complete or Student in Accounting or Finance (Bachelor's degree)
Technical skills
- Intermediate Excel skills
- Basic knowledge of accounting procedures
Soft skills
- Accurate and reliable
- Hard working
- Willing to learn
- Committed
- Language skills
- Fluent English written and spoken
Qualifications
Education and experience
- Complete or Student in Accounting or Finance (Bachelor's degree)
Technical skills
- Intermediate Excel skills
- Basic knowledge of accounting procedures
Soft skills
- Accurate and reliable
- Hard working
- Willing to learn
- Committed
- Language skills
- Native or Fluent English written and spoke
Additional Information
What we offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Private insurance discounts
- Free language courses abroad ( 2 weeks per year)
- Office benefits: breakfast n Mondays and fresh fruit on Thursday.
- International and dynamic environment
- Plans of training and development
At Kaplan International, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you would like to be considered for an interview under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please complete this form or email us on [email protected]
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