Accounting Analyst

JOB SUMMARY-Supports the Finance Department by processing financial transactions, reconciling accounts, preparing reports, and assisting with payroll, audits, and month-end activities in accordance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and Group policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and process payroll and statutory deductions to ensure accurate and timely payment in accordance with regulatory and Group policy requirements. 
• Record vendor invoices and prepare reconciliations to ensure proper 3-way match, accurate accounts payable balances, and timely payments within vendor terms. 
• Complete costings and reconciliations for inventory transactions to ensure compliance with IAS2 and accuracy of inventory and cost of sales accounts. 
• Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable and payable subledgers to ensure accuracy and alignment with the general ledger and provide timely aging and variance reports. 
• Prepare and post financial entries and journal adjustments to ensure completeness and accuracy of the general ledger. 
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure availability of cash balances and integrity of bank and cash accounts. 
• Support the audit process by providing accurate schedules and documentation to internal and external auditors, ensuring compliance with Group deadlines. 
• Monitor goods in transit, prepayments and inventory balances to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and timely clearance. 
• Perform any other job duties as required by the job function to support the operations of the department. 

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar capacity or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
• Pursuing ACCA Level II or CAT Qualification.
• Pursuing a degree in Accounting/ Finance.