Accountant

Spanish Grain Store Limited invites applicants for the position of Accountant

SPANISH GRAIN STORE LIMITED-Career Opportunity

Spanish Grain Store Limited invites applicants for the position-

ACCOUNTANT

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to support management decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and tax obligations
• Reconcile bank accounts, supplier accounts and general ledger accounts.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with budgeting and financial planning.
• Develop, recommend and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and improve operational efficiency.
• Supervise accounting support staff where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• ACCA Level II or equivalent professional accounting qualification would be an asset.
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica (ICAJ) would be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in an accounting or finance-related role.
• Experience preparing financial statements
• Experience in wholesale, retail or distribution operations would be an asset.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong leadership, initiative and decision-making abilities.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.