General Ledger Accountant - Associate

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether We are seeking a motivated professional to be a part of our brilliant Finance Team. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, completeness and timely recording of general accounting related transactions on/before period close. The successful candidate will assume the following responsibilities: Prepares monthly accruals working file and records journal entries in SAP such as market data, consultancy, IT expenses, marketing expenses and other accruals. Reviews expenses and balance sheet accounts and prepares reclassification, if necessary, before the closing of period. Provides explanation regarding the significant variance between current period versus previous period. Daily posting and clearing of open cash interim. Initiates coordination to other teams such as Cash App, Treasury, Tax and Accounts Payable. Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations. Investigates and resolves outstanding reconciling items within a month. Approves invoices on a weekly basis and reviews invoice details such as tax code, GL code, legal entity name, addresses, currency and amount to ensure accuracy and compliance. Assists in providing audit requirements. Maintain strong internal controls and contribute to process improvements within the GL and reporting functions. Perform other accounting and operational duties as assigned by management. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accountancy or related field, with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting or finance Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred but not required Experience in using SAP (S/4HANA) or other ERP systems will be an advantage Exhibits keen attention to detail, strong analytical capability, and a high level of diligence Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, with strong working knowledge of other MS Office applications Amenable on a hybrid working set up (3-day onsite and 2- day work from home) and work schedule from 8:30 AM to 5:30PM with flexibility to extend during month-end close as needed #LI-RV2 #ASSOCIATE #Finance What You Can Expect from Us At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally. Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success. Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire. Let’s be #BrilliantTogether. About ISS STOXX ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit. Visit our website: https://www.issgovernance.com View additional open roles: https://www.issgovernance.com/join-the-iss-team/ Institutional Shareholder Services (“ISS”) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination or harassment against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, sex, age, height, weight, citizenship status, national origin, social origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy status, marital status, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, military service or status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). All activities including, but not limited to, recruiting and hiring, recruitment advertising, promotions, performance appraisals, training, job assignments, compensation, demotions, transfers, terminations (including layoffs), benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are and will be administered on a non-discriminatory basis, consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.