Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant is responsible for providing sound technical, financial support in the Finance Department and the supervision of the Accounting Officers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effectively supervise and manage the Accounting Officers in the receivables and payables functions.
• Ensure accuracy with payment and receipt processing.
• Develop action plans for delinquent/non-moving accounts.
• Conduct spot audits on the accounts payable, receivable, and cash receipts processes.
• Reviews and ensures the accuracy of the accounts payable and receivables reconciliations.
• Provide support where necessary to the Accounting Officers in the execution of their duties.
• Conduct monthly analytical reviews of accounts receivables and payables.
• Ensure that all supporting documents are accessible and filed appropriately.
• Liaise with approved third parties i.e., financial institutions, auditors, etc. on various matters.
• Maintain reconciling Balance Sheet and G/L accounts.
• Provide support for month-end and year-end close process.
• Assist with the preparation of the financial statements.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process and procedural improvement.
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of all financial files.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERISE/SKILLS

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or equivalent qualification plus five (5) years’ relevant work experience.
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS.
• Proven ability to work in diverse environments and lead diverse teams.
• Attention to details.
• Exceptional financial and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to deliver to strict deadlines and to work under pressure.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP will be an asset, or another ERP software platform.