ACCOUNTANT

Reporting to the Financial Controller the Accountant will apply accounting principles to ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain strong internal controls to support decision-making

Active Home Centre, Jamaica’s leading retailer for Home Finishing Products with showrooms in Kingston & Montego Bay has an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to join our team as:

ACCOUNTANT

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records and financial reports for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Generate monthly and ad hoc financial statements and management reports.
• Perform month-end accounting activities such as reconciliations and journal entries.
• Review accounts for discrepancies and reconcile differences.
• Oversee cash flow and cash handling procedures for the retail sales division.
• Maintain and improve controls over cash, sales transactions, and refunds.

Accounts & Payroll

• Supervise accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure timely collections and payments.
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll and related data.
• Assist with budget preparations and ongoing expense management for assigned accounts.

Compliance & Audit Support

• Liaise with external auditors, banks, and tax authorities.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing necessary documentation.
• Ensure conformance to accounting policies, reporting procedures, and regulatory standards.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members within the accounting department.
• Coordinate with the wider finance team to ensure completion of assigned tasks within deadlines.
• Respond to accounting queries from management in a timely and professional manner.

Requirements

• ACCA Level II or a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ accounting experience at the supervisory level.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, procedures, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in general accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Solid experience with accounts payables, receivables, fixed assets, inventory, and payroll.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and sound judgment.
• Commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only short listed applicants will be contacted.