Accountant
Unicomer (Jamaica) Ltd.
- Kingston and St. Andrew / St. Catherine
- Not disclosed
- Permanent full-time
- Updated 16/09/2024
- HR
The accountant will manage the day-to-day responsibilities of the assigned units efficiently and effectively in order to ensure that both the Department’s and the Company’s objectives are met. While we appreciate all applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
PURPOSE:
To manage the day-to-day responsibilities of the assigned units efficiently and effectively in order to ensure that both the Department’s and the Company’s objectives are met.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Tertiary level education, including but not limited to Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; and
At least ACCA Level 2 or equivalent
REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:
At least 5 years experience in a computerised accounting environment within the retail and financial services sectors
Experience with Oracle Financials would be an asset
Experience within a management/supervisory capacity
A thorough understanding of accounting principles
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications with emphasis on MS Excel
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
REQUIRED PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Ability to manage and balance a demanding workload with competing priorities
Positive attitude towards work
Ability to use own initiative and work independently
Team player
Tactful and discreet
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the Company’s systems, policies and procedures
Assign duties and tasks to ensure that the accounting records are kept up-to-date and accurate
Provide support and supervision to direct reports
Optimise efficiency in all aspects of the department’s operations with respect to assigned areas
Review reconciliations prepared by Junior team members within agreed timeframes and follow through for timely clearance of reconciling items in accordance with internal policy
Serve as primary liaison with external auditors to ensure information requests are fulfilled in a timely manner
Daily review and validation Mambu File Uploads and ensure they are posted.
Weekly review and validation CoSACS file uploads and ensure they are posted.
Liaise with System Accountants in respect of interface accounting entries
Preparation of daily/ weekly cash flow reporting.
Review posting of Intercompany transactions and Reconciliations
Reconciliation of AR Subledger to General Ledger (Mambu vs Oracle)
Monthly review of all Bank reconciliations.
Prepare and Reconcile Monthly IFRS 16 entries.
Prepare IFRS9 Computations and journals along with associated AR adjustments
Reconciliation of General Ledger Account Balances (Other Payables and Receivables)
Prepare accruals for expenses not received and posted.Maintain the Fixed Asset register and related accounting records
Ensure that all entries are entered and reviewed for the finalisation of the Monthly Management Accounts
Preparation of Monthly ACL report for Monthly Financial Closure.
Prepare periodic regulatory reports according to stipulated timelines
Prepare submissions relating to creating project codes as required
Provide assistance in responding to information requests from internal and external stakeholders
Any other tasks assigned that will assist in achieving the purpose stated above and/or the company mission
THIS REPRESENTS A BROAD OUTLINE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND CANNOT LIST IN DETAIL ALL OF THE TASKS THE JOBHOLDER WILL BE EXPECTED TO UNDERTAKE.
