Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant (On Contract)

Employment Opportunity      

Innovative minds will power the future of energy. The NGC Group has pioneered a world-class model for energy prosperity, spearheading the value maximization of our local natural gas sector.

As a member of our organization, you can seize the opportunity to advance your career potential and achieve extraordinary value for our country.

If you are focused on astute collaboration that drives competitiveness, we want you.

Value driven team players ready to be part of a dynamic environment are invited to apply for the position of:

Assistant Accountant (On Contract) - Job ID# 13421

OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE

The main functions of the Assistant Accountant are:

• To perform accounting and finance functions to facilitate the timely and accurate processing of transactions in the General Ledger to ensure timely and accurate Financial and Management Reporting for NGC and specified Subsidiary Companies.
• To perform payroll delivery, customer collections and supplier payments for NGC and specified Subsidiary Companies. 
• To perform the financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and cost control activities for NGC and specified Subsidiary Companies.
• To perform the Treasury and Debt Management for NGC and specified Subsidiary Companies.

FUNCTIONS

• Interprets and provides basic analysis of management information and link to business unit strategy and operational performance. 
• Analyzes business results, identify learning points and helps to communicate them through the organization. 
• Creates proposals for new transactions or ways of doing business based upon a sound business understanding.
• Performs /oversees month end close activities to provide accurate and timely financial submissions
• Reconciles sub-ledgers to general ledger and perform all other types of account reconciliations
• Evaluates accounts for legitimacy and balance substantiation.
• Resolves queries that arise pertaining to job function.
• Provides Input for report generation as required.
• Prepares/Checks/Approves journal entries where appropriate.
• Maintains Master data in relevant area when necessary.
• Contributes to identifying specific risks in unit for incorporation in Risk Registers.
• Participates in risk assessment and identification efforts.
• Prepares reports for Management, Board and Sub-committees on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis as required.
• Prepares/Reviews basic tax calculations and returns: VAT, Corporation, SPT, PPT, Deferred Tax.
• Administers established Human Resource, Financial, Legal and other Policies and Procedures to ensure compliance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

The minimum requirements for the position are:

• Level Two ACCA, CMA, CPA, CGA or completion of a degree in Finance or Accounting
• At least three (3) years’ experience in accounting or finance 
• Supervisory experience is required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of:

• International Accounting Standards
• Tax laws
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Management reports
• Natural Gas Accounting
• Trinidad & Tobago Income Tax and VAT Laws and Petroleum Tax Legislation
• Financial/Accounting best practices.

Skills:

• Planning, organizing and coordinating skills
• Team orientation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good Analytical skills
• Good communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software
• Proficient in SAP computer applications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Software.

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Is process driven with the ability to perform work independently by following an associated process strictly and persistently.
• Attention to detail, requires being careful and thorough about details, recognizing the impact of decisions.
• Complex problem-solving skills, ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and identify solutions.
• Results oriented, requires establishing and maintaining challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
• Service oriented, requires ability to engage and effectively manage customer expectations.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, and the public.
• Be motivated to help the organisation become more resource efficient and realise the business benefits of increased energy efficiency. 
• Demonstrates care for the environment by considering and applying the benefits of recycling and waste reduction in the execution of tasks.
• Has an appreciation for Safety in the workplace and conducts activities and directs employees in a manner that is conducive to NGC accepted Safety practice.

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NGC offers a competitive compensation package for contract employees, inclusive of Housing Allowance and Group Life Medical Coverage.

Closing date for applications April 27, 2022.