Assistant Accountant

We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to support financial operations including data entry, invoice processing, reconciliations, and general ledger updates, while ensuring accurate record-keeping and assisting with reporting and payroll tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise daily with the Director to communicate updates, handle requests, and execute assigned tasks

• Coordinate with bank managers regarding account transactions and banking correspondence

• Manage document flow by reviewing records for accuracy and compliance with company policies

• Prepare business correspondence and maintain key reports for the Director, including:

• Daily Cheque Log

• Deposit Tracking/Bank Balances

• Monthly Income & Expense Reports

• Yearly Financial Statements

• Review and reconcile balance sheet and expense accounts for accuracy

• Compile and forward general ledger data for VAT calculations

• Process online bill payments and inter-account transfers

• Prepare and disburse monthly payroll, including payslip distribution and Peachtree journal entries

• Verify accuracy of weekly payroll hours in Micropay and post payroll to employees’ accounts

• Ensure timely preparation and payment of statutory taxes: Green Fund Levy, Business Levy, Corporation Tax, NIS, HSG, PAYE, Director’s Taxes

• Coordinate driver for delivery of statutory payments and bill settlements

• Receive and address customer complaints via phone or email, collaborating with staff as needed

• Provide administrative support to the Office Manager and act as relief in their absence

• Assist with office administration and accounting tasks as needed

• Maintain accurate filing systems