Accounts Assistant Job Duties & Responsibilities
Managing daily posting and ensuring that all entries are properly documented
Payments & cash management:
Managing petty cash transactions
Managing payments to suppliers, making sure payments are made in time and coordinating with suppliers
Assisting with handling and issuing cheques payments
Allocating payments and receipts
Transaction processing:
Receiving and processing all invoices and requests for payment
Generating new suppliers and vendors
Performing reconciliations:
Preparing bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Reconciling credit card expense returns and credit card monthly statements
Performing reconciliations with supplier’s statements
Ensuring proper recording of all the new asset acquisitions or/ and disposals
Basic book keeping functions as may be requested
Qualifications for the Accounts Assistant Job
BA in accounting/ finance
Holds or working towards a CPA/ ACCA/ CIMA certificate or equivalent
2-3 years’ experience in a busy organization
Competencies & attributes
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Attention to details
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel
Familiarity with accounting systems, preferably SAGE
Rigorous
Good written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Good organisational skills
