Assistant Accountant

Our client in the Port of Spain area is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant with an immediate start.

Position: Assistant Accountant 
Location: Port of Spain
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Salary: $8,000

Job Summary

Our client in the Port of Spain area is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to provide critical support in payroll management, fixed asset administration, and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. 

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management:

• Process payroll by verifying, calculating, and inputting employee pay and deductions.

• Maintain confidentiality of employee and payroll information.

• Prepare statutory and other deductions, including Health Surcharge, PAYE, NIS, and external deductions, for payment via check or ACH.

• Prepare payroll accounts, including employee loan accounts and reconciliations.

• Reconcile accumulated wages and generate annual TD4 slips.

Fixed Asset Management:

• Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register accurately.

• Calculate and journalize monthly depreciation.

• Conduct annual fixed asset verification.

Balance Sheet Reconciliation:

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.

• Maintain, update, and reconcile Deferred Income and Deferred Cost schedules.

• Reconcile and balance accounts to the general ledger monthly.

Other Accounting Duties:

• Prepare, generate, and file bi-monthly VAT returns and quarterly taxes.

• Maintain and update tender requirements.

• Support accounts payable and receivable transactions as needed.

• Assist with inventory stock counts and external audits.

• Perform other related duties as requested by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong team player with ability to follow instructions accurately.

• Analytical thinker and effective problem solver.

• Proficient in spreadsheet software and accounting systems.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Organized and able to present information clearly.

• Trustworthy and discreet with confidential information.

• Strong administrative and organizational skills.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum: Accounting Degree or ACCA Level 2.

• At least three (3) years of experience in an accounting environment.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with Microsoft Business Central or Great Plains preferred.

• Understanding of basic principles in finance, accounting, HR, marketing, and IT is an asset.

Core Competencies

• Accounting and Reporting

• Financial Transaction Processing and Recording

• Reconciliation and Analysis

• Auditing

• Attention to Detail

• Effective Communication

• Digital Literacy

• Information Gathering and Processing

• Intrinsically Motivated

Disclaimer: All applicants are welcome to apply. We are currently seeking a candidate who is available for an immediate start.Only applicants who meet the required qualifications and experience will be considered.

Job Reference: RS