Accountant GL

General Accounting practices in line with industry standards and statutory requirements

Job Summary:

The Accounts Clerk-General Ledger has the major responsibility for accurately accounting for Cash, Bank, Fixed Assets and Inventory through the timely reconciliation of these accounts these against statements and registers.

Key duties & responsibilities:

1. Reconciliation of all bank accounts as required
2. Maintain the Asset Register inclusive of keeping a log of all fixed assets purchased and their location.
3. Preparation of monthly Cost of sale and Work-in-Progress Journals, Accrual Journals and Adjusting Journals for review and approval

4. Reconciliation of Inventory Sub Ledger and General Ledger

5. Assistance in the preparation of Annual audit Schedules

6. Reconciliations on Accounts Receivable Sub-ledger and Accounts Payable Sub-ledger to general ledger Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable control accounts.

7. Preparation of monthly analytical financial reports.
8. Review, update and reconcile accrual accounts

9. Performs  other  duties  related  to  the  accounting  procedures  as  assigned  by  his/her Supervisor. (Accountant/Finance Manager).

Standard of Performance:

1. Perform all reconciliations and follow up on the dispatch and receipt of these documents to respective recipients.

2. Maintain proper filing systems and record keeping.

3. Perform reconciliations on Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable accounts as prescribed by the Accountant.

4. Prepare accounting and audit schedules as prescribed by the Accountant.

5. Assist with any special accounting projects delegated to the Finance department.

Key skills, abilities & knowledge:

Must possess a good working knowledge of: -

1. Research techniques and source and availability of information
2. Pay attention to detail and accuracy and work with strict deadlines

Must possess the skills & ability to: -

1. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff
2. Must be able to function with a high level of professionalism when interacting with external and internal clients
3. Must have the ability to understand and interpret supplier invoices, statements, and other request for payments
4. Must have good communication skills

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Ethics - Displays high levels of ethical values; honesty, integrity, transparency and credibility in relationships    and work situations, consistent with the vision, mission and core values and principles of the organization

2. Workload Management & Strategic Focus – Demonstrates the ability to manage work load by efficient and       effective planning, prioritizing and organizing tasks in a timely manner whilst attaining a high level of           performance by delivering results and understanding the internal business challenges and external competitive    environment

3. Work Home life Balance – Demonstrates the ability to manage personal and work related synergies; focus is    placed on zeal and energy displayed whilst in the pursuit of company objectives with high levels of endurance    and fortitude

4. Communication – Demonstrates the ability to communicate in a logical, concise and intelligent manner at all    levels within the organization that elicits feedback and encourages continuous dialogue and engagement

5. Leadership/Managerial Skills - Create an environment that motivates employees towards organizational and    individual goals. Demonstrates the ability to inspire confidence in others, and encourage them to increase their    performance

6.  Initiative – Acts independent where necessary to ensure critical processes and procedures are accomplished with    confidence and minimum supervision takes a visionary, creative and innovative approach which sees the bigger    picture and not just the immediate task

7. People focused – Exercises a high degree of emotional intelligence whilst ensuring the ethos of the organization is    maintained and its objectives are achieved

8. Customer oriented – Demonstrates a clear understanding of the business aspect of the organization and role    played by the customer as the chief client in generating revenue as such recognizes the importance of       maintaining a professional approach to customer service and ensuring all others display the highest degree of    customer focused services

9. Governance & Compliance – Ensures compliance with laws, state and organizational policies and procedures in a    transparent, ethical and accountable manner

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Five GCE or CXC O’Level passes (including Math, English and Accounting)

 and/or

1. CAT, AAT or Level 1 ACCA Certification or equivalence
2. At least three years progressive experience in accounting with significant emphasis on payables
3. Must possess proficiency in computer applications including financial management and accounting systems, Microsoft Word & Excel 
4. Knowledge of Sage/Peachtree/QuickBooks will be an asset