Accountant

Reporting to: Finance Manager
Job Responsibilities.

Participating in daily transactions (e.g. accounts payable/receivable, general ledger and bank reconciliations).
Participating in tax audits and payroll for the SBU, s given.
Preparing budget reports.
Ensuring petty Cash Reconciliations and Supplier Statements Reconciliations.
To Participate in Stock take off items on a Weekly and Monthly basis and give a report.
To Cross check on Invoices and ensure what has been ordered is exactly what is needed and what gets delivered is accurate.
To manage all the assets and maintain an Asset Register that is managed and updated monthly and as per new assets. Assets Management to include asset Audit and reporting.
To Review Vouchers including Petty Cash Vouchers before payments are made.
Participate in regular tax audits and General Audits for the SBU’s.
Prepare budgeting reports and forecast revenues
Manage month-end and year-end closing.
Monitor the performance of the accounting units for the SBU.
Organize financial data into useable information and maintain updated records
Establish accounting policies and procedures, aligned with company’s targets
Ensure Compliance with the law.
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
Communicate with the Finance Manager on any arising issues.

Requirements:-

A degree or Diploma Holder Bcom Finance or Business Administration.
Proven work experience as an Accounting Officer.
Experience with accounting software (e.g. Quick Books )
Strong computer skills, MS Excel in particular (managing spreadsheets)
Solid knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, laws and regulations
Excellent analytical skills to manage large amounts of data
Attention to detail and accuracy
Team management skills
Ability to prioritize work
BS degree in Accounting or Finance
Accounting certification (e.g. CPA 1 to 3)