Role overview
What you'll be stepping into
The Officer Accounts will be responsible for reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger, and supporting month-end and year-end closing procedures.
The successful candidate should possess strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of accounting principles to effectively analyse financial reports and forecasts. The role also requires the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and support the overall operations of the Accounts Section.
Key Responsibilities
The Officer Accounts will:
Prepare and manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions.
Reconcile customer, vendor, and bank accounts using the online SAP environment, supporting an organisation with approximately 150 SAP users.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports and provide efficient services to customers and business associates.
Maintain export documentation and perform the necessary reconciliations.
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements relating to VAT, Excise Duty, PAYE, Income Tax, and NSSF.
Prepare cash-flow statements, annual budgets, and Management Information Reports.
Liaise with internal and statutory auditors as required.
Support the supervision and control of the day-to-day functions of the Accounts Section.
Perform any other related duties assigned or delegated by the Senior Accountant or Management.
Requirements and Skills
Applicants should have:
Proven experience working as an Accountant.
Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Awareness of current business trends.
Familiarity with financial accounting statements.
Experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end closing processes.
Hands-on experience with accounting software packages such as FreshBooks and QuickBooks.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and PivotTables.
Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong numerical and quantitative skills.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Applicants must have:
A Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting & Finance, or another related field.
Full professional registration with CPA.
How to apply