Barita Investments Limited invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the role of Accounting Officer.

ROLE & CORE FUNCTONS

The incumbent performs tasks such as general ledger account analysis and reconciliations, preparing and processing journal entries, intercompany billings, and preparation of monthly financial statements.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare bank and broker reconciliation on a monthly basis. Analyse the underlying transactions and prepare the relevant journal entries in a timely manner to correct all errors/omissions. Ensure that all relevant transactions are recorded in the General Ledger (GL) and sub-ledger accounts in a timely manner
• Prepare and enter Journals to the GL, including those for staff payroll transactions, prepaid expenses, interest on staff loans, etc. on a monthly basis
• Performs work of a technical or analytical nature, requiring special skills, training and related experience
• Analyze the underlying transactions of relevant expense accounts, reconcile these accounts to the GL and prepare the relevant schedules and submit for review on a quarterly basis.
• Relieve Accounts Payable function as necessary ensuring payments are done in timely manner
• Supports the team’s efforts to meet deadlines while maintaining quality
• Works with other departments and management regarding processes and procedures;
• Preparation of GCT, Withholding Taxes and other statutory returns, ensuring accurate and timely filings;
• Ad-hoc analysis based on the requirements of management and Group
• Any other duties that may be assigned

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/ Management Studies or equivalent
• Pursuing a professional accounting qualification will be an asset;
• Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in a similar capacity;
• Experience in financial services industry will be an advantage;
• In depth knowledge of financial reporting systems

REQUISITE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Sound analytical, problem solving and investigative skill
• Sound knowledge of computerized accounting and spreadsheet packages
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial reports
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written format
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Sound negotiation and persuasion skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
• Knowledge and use of office productivity tools (MS Office, etc.)