Accountant

Our client, an organisation in the Sales, Trading, and Services Sector is seeking to fill the position of Accountant. This position is based in Port of Spain.

Our client, an organisation in the Sales, Trading, and Services Sector is seeking to fill the position of Accountant.

This position is based in Port of Spain.

JOB SUMMARY

The Accountant oversees the accounting operations, drives system improvements, and plays a key role in financial strategy. The incumbent is responsible for preparing and analysing monthly management reports, assisting with the monthly closing process, coordinating all inputs to ensure the financial accounts are prepared on a timely basis, and accounting policies and procedures are adhered to.  Additionally, the incumbent is supervises  the accounting team, reconciles the balance sheet and financial controls within the department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the accounts Team.
• Assists the Financial Controllers and the Chief Financial Officer in the smooth running of internal systems.
• Reviews existing accounting software and recommend/implement new platform to suit business operations.
• Reviews journals and reports prepared by the general ledger team for completeness and accuracy.
• Compiles monthly VAT returns.
• Compiles Monthly financial statements and perform analytical reviews of sales, cost of sales and operating expenses, ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Ensures balance sheet reconciliations are completed within the stipulated timelines and review reconciliations completeness and accuracy ensuring/assisting with the general ledger team with clearing reconciling items.
• Recommends changes regarding additional controls and procedures necessary to ensure the accuracy of information.
• Assists the Financial Controller in administering financial and management accounting systems.
• Assists in the preparation and development of annual strategic plans and budgets.
• Assists in the management of the annual audit. Supply of Information to the external audit team.
• Maintains the Fixed Asset register.
• Maintains the Lease register ensuring accuracy and completeness or the related accounting journals monthly.
• Assists the Financial Controller and Chief Financial Officer in analysing Individual training needs and implement appropriate training plans.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be ACCA qualified.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in accounting, three (3) of which should be in a senior accounting role with responsibility for supervision and direction of junior staff.
• Exposure to Distribution, Manufacturing or Retail Sector preferred.
• Proven supervisory skills.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those favourably considered will be contacted.