Accounting Assistant – Payables & Reconciliations (Based in St. Kitts)

Assists the accounting team with accounts payable processing, account reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records to support efficient and compliant financial operations.

Key duties and responsibilities:

a)     Process invoices and ensure accurate data entry into the accounting system.

b)    Prepare and process accounts payable vendor and claims payments in a timely manner

c)     Review and track bills to ensure they are properly classified and recorded in accordance with accounting procedures.

d)    Maintain accurate accounts payable records and documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

e)     Reconcile claims paid and vendor payable balances on a monthly basis.

f)     Prepare monthly standard accruals and reconcile accruals balance on a monthly basis.

g)    Accurately code and enter intercompany transactions

h)    Review and reconcile intercompany accounts.

i)      Send out intercompany balances and liaise with counterparties to confirm balances.

j)      Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations for assigned bank accounts.

k)    Prepare and upload journal entries related to bank adjustments, corrections and other relevant entries in the           

        accounting software.

l)      Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies between bank and accounting records.

m)   Prepare and remit monthly, quarterly, annual taxes – VAT, Withholding Tax, Premium Tax, Registration fees etc

n)    Reconcile payable balances on a monthly for all tax accounts under your remit.

o)    Prepare other General ledger and audit schedules required on monthly, quarterly and annual basis as required.

p)    Track and follow up on outstanding transactions and unreconciled items.

q)    Complete assigned reconciliations, ensuring timely and accurate resolution of differences.

r)     Assist with month-end closing activities.

s)     Any other Accounting related functions that may arise from time to time or be assigned by superiors.

KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong numerical and cash-handling skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Integrity and honesty in handling financial transactions
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Confidentiality and Diplomacy.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Strong ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and independently.

 MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Currently pursuing ACCA Level 1 or Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Five (5) CXC/GCE O’levels inclusive of English Language Grade I or II and Mathematics Grade I or II.
• 1 to 2 years’ working experience within a similar role.
• Computer Literate in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.