Accounting Officer

Combine advance accounting duties with management of the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate documentation of the company’s liabilities and timely payment of obligations, along with providing other accounting support to the Finance Team.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the successful candidate will combine advance accounting duties with management of the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate documentation of the company’s liabilities and timely payment of obligations, along with providing other accounting support to the Finance Team.

Key deliverables will include but not limited to:

Accounts Payables Management

• Supervise the accounts payable team, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, expense reports, and payment transactions.
• Maintain vendor relationships and manage vendor inquiries and discrepancies.
• Oversee the reconciliation of accounts payable transactions and month-end closing activities.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Prepare and review accounts payable and OPEX reports for management.

 Other Accounting Duties:

• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Analyze financial data and generate reports to support decision-making processes.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support external and internal audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Preparation and Reconciliation of accruals schedules.
• Any other duties as may be required

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements in accounting, accounts payable, and procurement.
• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline and integrate accounting, accounts payable, and procurement processes.

 Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to accounting, accounts payable, and procurement.
• Prepare and present regular reports on accounting, accounts payable, and procurement activities to management.
• Assist in internal and external audits related to these functions.

 Skills & Attributes

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, accounts payable, and procurement processes.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

 Qualifications & Experience

• Ideally, a first-Degree Finance, Accounting, Business Administration 
• Completed or pursuing professional certification such as ACCA, CPA or an accredited Accounts payable qualification preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics).