Finance Assistant (AP/AR)

The successful candidate will assist with accounts payable processes, financial reporting, supplier reconciliations, and cash management functions.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Operations Assistant to support the daily financial activities within a dynamic finance department. The successful candidate will assist with accounts payable processes, financial reporting, supplier reconciliations, and cash management functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the processing, verification, and posting of invoices in the accounting system.
• Perform statement reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate balances.
• Support the timely closure and reconciliation of the purchase ledger within established reporting deadlines.
• Ensure proper coding and allocation of invoices to the correct accounts and cost centers.
• Monitor and follow up on unapproved invoices to ensure timely resolution.
• Coordinate with operations and billing teams to confirm that all costs related to client invoicing are accurately captured or accrued.
• Process payments including electronic transfers and cheque payments in both local and foreign currencies.
• Assist with the monitoring and payment of recurring operational expenses such as utilities.
• Maintain and reconcile petty cash records.
• Assist with the preparation of weekly cash flow reports and monthly financial summaries.
• Support the preparation of accruals and journal entries when required.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Provide financial data and schedules required for audits and internal reviews.
• Support the preparation of financial forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Assist with ensuring statutory payments and financial obligations are properly calculated and reported.

Qualifications & Experience

• ACCA Level 2 or currently pursuing.
• Candidate must have at least four years accounting
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and other related applications.
• Experience working with enterprise accounting systems or integrated financial software