Accountant

A private sector group of companies seeks to recruit an Accountant who would report directly to the Managing Director.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Ensure that cash/cheques collected are properly recorded and lodged to the company’s bank account
• Ensure that all the companies bank account are recorded monthly.
• Provide Financial Statements monthly for both companies by the 3^rd week of the following month.
• Manage the cash flow of the company to pay debts on a regular basis.
• Ensure the companies bills are paid.
• Maintain a current Accounts Receivables System and that customers pay amounts owing on time.
• Monitor Inventory to ensure receivables and issues are properly recorded and accounted for.
• Maintain effective accounting control within the company .
• Recommend and/or institute systems to improve the processing of accounting transactions.
• Effectively manage the companies assets.
• Ensure GCT Returns are done monthly.
• Ensure that good imported are properly costed.
• Ensure the accounting controls in the company works.
• Monitor petty cash for both companies.
• Monitor the company’s credit cards to ensure that all legitimate transactions are accounted for and proper controls are in place for its use.
• Pay all bills on time.
• Ensure company taxes are paid on time.
• Prepare accounts for annual audit.
• Prepare information for the Banks when requested.
• Monitor all bank balances.
• Supervise staff to produce the required output on a timely basis.
• Monitor sales to ensure that all legitimate transactions are billed.
• Make recommendations to reduce costs so that the companies grow financially.
• Ensure the Accounting System is properly maintained and updated
• General Ledger
• -           Cash Book
• -           Sales Ledger
• -           Inventory
• Any other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting or its equivalent OR ACCA Level 3.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in a senior accounting role; expert knowledge of accounting procedures and practices.
• Working knowledge of computerized accounting system/software (ACCPAC) would be an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite (including word, outlook, PowerPoint and Excel).
• Excellent Human Relations and Customer Relations to both internal and external customers.
• Highly professional and confidential.
• May require occasional work on weekends/public holidays to meet operational demands.

We thank all applicants, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.