The Center seeks to recruit an Accounts Assistant to work within its Finance Unit.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Code and post transactions into the financial system ensuring adherence to financial procedures;
Prepare bank reconciliations;
Make inquiries on matters pertaining to bank accounts;
Ensure payment documents are properly supported and duly approved prior to posting;
Provide support for financial transactions for project reporting;
Provide financial information for planning, budgets and status on program activities;
Maintain the fixed assets register;
Make payment for VAT and withholding tax, ensure returns are filed per statutory requirements and process VAT accounts reconciliations; and
Ensure proper records management and compliance with both internal and external requirements.
Qualifications, experience and skills:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field;
Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA II) or Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) equivalent;
At least 1 year’s post qualification experience;
Strong computer skills and exposure to ERPs;
Strong analytical skills;
Superior communications skills, verbal and written, including the ability to engage effectively with staff at all levels;
Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to follow assignments through to completion;
Ability to meet strict deadlines;
Demonstrated strong moral and ethical foundation; and
Must have a high level of initiative and ability to work independently.
