Senior Accounting Officer

To provide professional accounting services to the company. To ensure efficient and accurate preparation of accounting reports and schedules for proper accountability

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the Preparation monthly management reports including narrative report for seven Holding companies within the Group:
• Prepare general ledger journals
• Prepare monthly Bank reconciliations
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Analyze and account for inter-company transactions
• Prepare Group Intercompany balance and transaction Grids
• Preparation of audit schedules and reconciliations
• Assist with preparation of audit report notes
• Assist with COGNOS monthly reviews and checks
• Any other duties necessary for meeting timely reporting deadlines
• Any other relevant duty assigned from time to time
• Preparation of monthly board report
• Financial analysis as requested

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA:

This job is satisfactorily performed when:

• Accounting deadlines are met
• Monthly reports are done and up to date
• Analysis are agreed to General ledger
• Inter-company account agreed and current
• Input of all related transactions to System 2000 on a monthly basis for timely preparation of Financial Statements
• General reports and analysis are done/updated within the specified time

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities required by the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may be modified at any time with or without notice.  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional qualification ACAA Level 2 or Degree in Accounting
• Three (3) years working experience in a senior accounting position

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good knowledge of International/General accounting principles
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of Accounting Software packages & Microsoft Office

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques

• Effective time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively

Special Conditions Associated with the Job

• Ability to work flexible schedule
• Detail oriented, pays keen attention to accuracy.
• Must be able to function independently and handle a variety of responsibilities under
• Occasional overseas travel for meetings

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communicator
• Analytical thinker
• Leadership
• Team oriented
• Performance driven
• Meticulous in execution

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• External: External auditors, Overseas stakeholders
• Internal: Accounting, tax and Filing department

WORKING CONDITIONS

This role is full time between the hours of 8 am – 5 pm. You will be expected to work beyond standard operating hours as the need arises and your co-operation is anticipated; however please note this role does not qualify for over time.