Overview Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”  We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.   Job Summary Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operational Accounting, this position will work closely with the Operational accounting team and be responsible for assisting with many aspects of general ledger-related activities, including but not limited to, preparing accrual journal entries, preparing month-end close journal entries, and preparing GL account reconciliations in a collaborative team driven environment. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays. Job Responsibilities Performs month end close duties and associated journal entries Prepares accrual journal entries Completes assigned month-end tasks in a timely manner Review of invoice account coding before posting to ensure proper allocation of expense Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the business operations, financial systems and the general ledger structure. Prepares various inventory schedules to account and track inventories. Support audits of various Airport Authorities as required by the contract Account Reconciliations at the end of each month Review and approve coding for purchase requests and accounts payable vouchers in the procurement/purchasing software (Ivalua) Support system maintenance needs of Ivalua Support external audit by providing necessary PBC items Assist in special projects and/or other areas as assigned by manager Requirements BS/BA in Accounting. Minimum 3 years working in an Operational Accounting, General Ledger Accounting, or other accounting role to include monthly close activities. High integrity, solid work ethic and exceptionally detail oriented. Ability to work in a fast paced, evolving environment, meet close deadlines, multi-task and stay organized. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Previous inventory accounting experience a plus. Your activities The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee might occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. What we offer 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport. Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!