SENIOR ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

SENIOR ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

SENIOR ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be required to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company and its related companies accounting records with a view to maximize profitability and safeguarding of its assets.

KEY  RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintains the efficiency of the Company and its related Companies operations by recording, researching and analyzing the performance of inter alia the following areas:

a)     Safeguarding the company’s assets and expenditures

b)     Ensuring appropriate accounting treatment for all transactions

c)     Verifying all claims for payments

d)     Preparing accurate and timely financial reports (daily / weekly / monthly / quarterly / annually)

e)     Prepares monthly variance reports viz sales and profitability.

f)      Prepares auditable accounts and related audit schedules.

1. Maintains a fixed Asset Listing (Register).
2. Prepare and Review Fortnightly and monthly paid payroll for accuracy and timely transmission.
3. Ensures strict conformance to the company’s statutory obligations viz., PAYE, NIS, H/S, GFL, VAT and TAX.
4. Prepare and assists with annual audit.
5. Reviews monthly sales reports in accordance to established formats and timelines.
6. Performs duties as Petty Cashier. Custodian of the company’s petty cash, disbursement of cash and preparation of reimbursement (optional).
7. Prepares / circulates daily bank balances.
8. Prepare and submit Monthly Management Reports on 5^th working day monthly.
9. Enters supplier invoices into the accounting software
10. Prepares supplier payments
11. Reconciles supplier statements
12. Enters invoices and receipts in the accounting software
13. Reconcile customer statements
14. Follow up on collections
15. Ensure all set timelines for reports, projects and assigned task are achieved.
16. Develops / maintains appropriate filing systems.
17. Other duties as assigned by the General Manager/Director.
18. Ensures proper housekeeping practices, for example, maintaining an updated and easily retrievable filing system.
19. Assist with special projects and other related duties as requested by management within the related companies.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:        1. Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior accounting position.

                             2. Minimum ACCA Level 2 or Equivalent Accounting Qualifications

                             3. Hands on knowledge of Microsoft Access, Excel and Inventory application

                             4. Familiarity with safety programs in a manufacturing environment

                             5. Effective communication and interpersonal skills

                             6. Team Leader and results oriented.