ACCOUNTING CLERK and ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for a range of general clerical, accounting and bookkeeping duties in support of the accounting operation. This includes keeping financial records updated, preparing reports and conducting reconciliations.

Contax360 BPO Solutions, a leading provider of global contact center solutions and a dynamic, focused and upwardly mobile organization; seeks qualified and professional individuals to join our team.

Now hiring for our Montego Bay Office:

ACCOUNTING CLERK

Job Summary:

The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for a range of general clerical, accounting and bookkeeping duties in support of the accounting operation.  This includes keeping financial records updated, preparing reports and conducting reconciliations.

Specific Duties:

• Maintain accounting database; update documents and records.
• File documents; make paper and electronic copies.
• Perform accounting and clerical functions to support supervisors.
• Prepare reports as necessary.
• Issue checks for accounts payable.
• Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and inputting data.
• Update payroll records by entering changes in exemptions, savings, deductions, etc.
• Prepare reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes and other deductions.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Provide payroll information by responding to questions and requests.

QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• At least 5 CXC/GCE subjects including English Language and Math/Accounts; Associate’s Degree or relevant certification is a plus.
• Proven accounting experience to include that of an Accounts Payable Clerk.
• Competency in Microsoft Office, databases and accounting software.
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Strict Confidentiality Standards.
• Ability to exercise good judgement.
• Ability to work under pressure and without constant supervision.
• Accuracy and attention to detail and an aptitude for numbers.
• Well organized, with the ability to perform filing and record keeping tasks.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Accountant performs routine financial duties to support the company’s accounting system; works as a part of an accounting team and reports to the Head of Finance.

Specific duties:

• Manages the petty cash fund
• Processes payroll
• Ensures that payroll is actioned in a timely manner
• Prepares payroll taxes
• Posts Payroll to Accounting System
• Manages purchasing process to include adequate quotations
• Prepares purchase orders based on requisitions
• Posts Suppliers Invoices
• Prepares checks for signature
• Mails vendor cheques
• Reconciles, posts and ensures credit card payments
• Posts utility bills and prepares payments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or a related field
• ACCA/CPA designation would be an asset.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in accounting.

Required Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English including proper grammar.
• Good time management skills
• Listening Skills
• Strict Confidentiality Standards
• Ability to adhere to processes, procedures and guidelines during the execution of tasks and assignments
• Demonstrated ability to provide a high level of service.
• Proven experience in accounting and payroll
• Excellent organization skills
• Great attention to details
• Good understanding of financial reporting and principles
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PC Based applications and Accounting software such as QuickBooks.

Special Conditions Associated with the Job:

Required to work various hours / days (including weekends and public holidays) as required to handle job activities and responsibilities

All applicants must have a valid Government issued photo ID, TRN & NIS. Successful candidates must be able to furnish a police record and pass an employment background check.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.