Deputy Accountant

Preparation of Financial Statements at the end of financial period, Assist the Accountant in directing, controlling and general management of the operations of the Accounts Department.

The incumbent will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Preparation of financial statements at the end of each financial period i.e. monthly, quarterly etc. for Management, Board and Ministry of Finance.
• Assist the Accountant in directing, controlling and general management of the operations of the Accounts Department.
•  Oversees and evaluates Inventory Management activities.
•  Audit Liaison including overseeing the dissemination of information to external, government and internal auditors
•  Compliance Liaison – Monitor internal controls and adherence.
•  Assume the duties of the Accountant in his or her absence.
•  Ensure timely and accurate payroll payments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•  A professional qualification in Accounting: ACCA, CGA, CIMA or a Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance Management.
•  A comprehensive knowledge of IFRS’s, IAS’s and Generally Accepted Accounting and Internal Control Principles.
•  Good inter-personal and communication skills.

EXPERIENCE:       

•  A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a management accounting position is required.