Accountant

JOB DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES/ ACCOUNTABILITY:

Work in tandem will all departments and relevant stakeholders, to prepare the yearly budget for the new business year.
Monitor company expenditure- CAPEX and OPEX, against yearly budget.
Reconcile accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely bank payments are made
Compute taxes and prepare tax returns promptly, and as scheduled.
Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity, sending in quarterly financial reports to Executive Management.
Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary.
Comply with corporate financial policies and regulations, ensuring business regulatory compliance.
Gather financial data and ledgers, and consolidate and analyze financial statements and results.
Develop and execute accounting policies and procedures, aligned with the company’s targets.
Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings.
Oversee external and internal audits, and review payroll data.
Analyze the company’s finances, to determine/avoid/mitigate risks.
Forecast potential revenue streams for the business.
Review business plans from the production and sales departments, advising on and resolving cost-related issues.
Review daily transactions, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger and bank reconciliations.
Organize financial data into useable information and maintain updated records.
Track the progress of financial and accounting objectives.
Manage and maintain accurate financial records and statements.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
ICAN/ACCA required.
Minimum 4 years relevant experience.
Preferably with at least a year in a supervisory/mid-level management position.
Proficient use of MS Excel is required/ Advanced knowledge and experience with spreadsheets.

KEY COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

Experience with an accounting software would be an added advantage.
Excellent understanding of accounting rules and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Ability to work independently.
Project management and analytical skills.
Attention to detail.