Staff Accountant (GL)

At Coface, we make trade happen everyday.

Our 5,200 experts representing 80+ nationalities in 58 countries are united by a shared purpose: helping companies navigate through uncertainty by empowering them to make the right decisions and trade smarter in a complex world.

With nearly 80 years of global experience, we offer companies a full range of solutions: Trade Credit Insurance, Business Information, Debt Collection, Single Risk insurance, Surety Bonds, Factoring — all driven by a unique data patrimony, cutting-edge technology, innovation and a deep understanding of the global economy.

Joining Coface means being part of a close-knit international organization, where your ideas matter.  We foster a culture of learning, collaboration and inclusion where you are given responsibilities and can see the impact of your actions.

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THE JOB

Position Summary 

The Staff Accountant – General Ledger supports the Coface Finance team by ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. This position is dedicated exclusively to General Ledger (GL) accounting and month‑end close support. Responsibilities include journal entries, account reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and preparation of audit-ready documentation. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a control-focused environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Prepare and post monthly, quarterly, and annual journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation. 
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, intercompany, accruals, prepaids, reserves, and suspense accounts. 
• Support the month-end close process by completing assigned tasks on schedule and investigating variances. 
• Prepare intercompany reconciliations, settlements, confirmations, and ensure alignment with corporate policy. 
• Analyze GL accounts for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness; propose corrections when necessary. 
• Assist with preparation of financial reporting support packages, including trial balance (TB) reviews and fluctuation analysis. Group reporting – quarterly.
• Maintain well-documented, audit-ready workpapers compliant level 1 controls. 
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries. 
• Identify opportunities to streamline journal entry preparation, reconciliation processes, and close calendar activities. 
• Maintain and update desktop procedures and ensure compliance with process guidelines. 

 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required). 
• 0–3 years of GL or corporate accounting experience; insurance or financial services experience is a plus. 
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and standard accounting practices. 
• Proficiency with Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations). 
• Experience with ERP/GL systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar). 

 

Core Competencies 

• Attention to Detail: Ability to produce accurate and complete workpapers. 
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to investigate issues and explain account fluctuations. 
• Accountability: Meets deadlines consistently and communicates delays or risks early. 
• Communication: Ability to clearly present findings to management and auditors. 
• Collaboration: Works effectively with peers, SSC teams, and Finance leadership. 
• Continuous Improvement: Looks for automation and simplification opportunities.