Accounting Officer

This is an all-encompassing, commercially orientated role that will suit a candidate with a strong financial and academic background. The successful candidate will be expected to display initiative, be able to meet tight reporting deadlines, and have a strong work ethic to provide an accurate and prompt financial and management accounting service in support of the business and statutory requirements, and to support the Finance Manager on all aspects of business primarily focusing of reporting and auditing.

• Currently pursuing CAT and/or a diploma in Accountancy from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience gained within the financial accounting function of a small/ midsized private sector organization.
• Must be familiar with the process to reconcile Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables and Inventory.
• Must be familiar with computerized accounting packages.
• Must be familiar with internal auditing processes. 
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• PC skills, familiar with relevant spreadsheets and software packages, experience with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, especially Excel would be ideal.
• Proven accuracy in  financial recording.

1. Ensuring accuracy of entries into the accounting system;
2. Preparation of fortnightly payrolls;
3. Generating salary reports by entity and departments.
4. Preparation of Monthly bank reconciliation.
5. Balancing and reconciliation of cashier forms.
6. Processing of invoices (Supplier) into the accounting system.
7. Processing of all required entities transactions into the accounting system
8. Scrutinize and report on any possible fraudulent occurrences.
9. Maintaining accurate filing of all financial documents
10. Assist with annual and periodic operational and financial audit
11. Liaise with the treasury department to provide all relevant information.
12. Provide frequent financial processes training throughout all entities.
13. Supports the Finance Manager on all projects/aspects of the business.