Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant

JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                                 

The Junior Accountant is responsible for assisting in preparing all financial and management accounting activities inclusive of preparing financial and performance reports, assisting with annual budgets, forecasting and reviews with the Standards and Levels required by the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, International Financial Reporting Standards and IAS.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
• Maintain accurate and up to date records of all financial transactions
• Record, classify and summarize financial transactions and events in accordance with accepted accounting principles and financial reporting standards
• Conduct research, compile and present reports as required
• Advise on the improvement of financial management system, internal controls/processes to improve business efficiency
• Coordinate with external auditors to execute annual auditing functions
• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
• Assist in establishing and maintaining financial policies and procedures for the company
• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation.
• Timely and Accurate Financial Reporting - reports include Income Statements, Balance sheets, Cashflows, Fundings, Forecast and operating and Financial Metrics.
• Assist in the management  of the  Accounting Cycle to include reporting deadlines for each of the major activities along the critic path to ensure an effective monthly accounting cycle.
• Manage Compliance with Company Policies and Procedures
• Oversee the training and development of the Finance team