Accounting Assistant (6-month contract)

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing accounting support to the Accountant by maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and performing accounting functions to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT 

(6-MONTH CONTRACT)

Location: Port-of-Spain

Salary:     $10,200.00 per month

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Prepare journal vouchers for General Ledger posting
• Maintain PSIP payment records and prepare monthly PSIP status reports
• Maintain accounts receivable records and perform reconciliations
• Prepare and post AR/AP journals, invoices, and receipts
• Maintain fixed asset register and post monthly depreciation journals
• Prepare accruals and prepayment schedules monthly
• Assist with monthly management accounts preparation
• Review and correct online transactions for accuracy
• Support annual budget preparation by providing relevant inputs
• Develop and maintain a filing system for financial documents
• Ensure compliance with finance and accounting timelines and standards

 Qualifications & Experience:

• Five (5) CXC passes including English and Mathematics
• Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) or equivalent
• ACCA Level I or equivalent (asset)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounting functions (AR, AP, GL, etc.)
• Knowledge of accounting practices, systems, and financial software
• Familiarity with record-keeping and filing systems

  Role Specific Competencies:

• Accounting and Reporting
• Financial Budgeting and Reporting
• Financial Systems, Processes and Technology
• Financial Policy Development, Interpretation and Application
• Analytical Thinking

 Candidates MUST possess ALL academic certifications listed on their resume for verification purposes.

Only suitable applicants meeting the job requirements will be considered.