Accountant, ANSA McAL Trading Limited

The Accountant will be responsible for supporting month-end duties by managing the accounts, preparing financial statements, reports, statutory returns whilst conducting various analysis and coordination of duties and if assigned, oversight of support staff.

Job Summary:

• The Accountant will be responsible for supporting month-end duties by managing the accounts, preparing financial statements, reports, statutory returns whilst conducting various analysis and coordination of duties and if assigned, oversight of support staff.

Job Description:

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements/records including consolidated reports for management review and decision making within established timelines.
• Provide effective leadership through the supervision, coordination of duties, development and performance management of support staff.
• Prepare daily and monthly reconciliation for all accounts including bank reconciliations and documentation.
• Manage ledgers, journals and fixed asset data base, and ensure accurate financial record keeping across departments.
• Identify and reconcile variances in ledgers and accounts, tracking them to the source and correcting them.
• Conduct continuous analysis on variances to assist the business with strategies for continuous improvement.
• Drive the month end close off procedure using processes to ensure that numbers are reliable, stable and accurate.
• Prepare and manage month-end Accrual and Prepayment journals.
• Ensure compliance with statutory accounting standards and audit practices.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of tax returns.
• Oversee the collection, deposit, and reconciliation of bank funds and accounts.
• Liaise with Internal/External Auditors to ensure audited accounts are submitted in a timely manner and in compliance with Group Policy.
• Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate health, safety, security and environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform any other job duties as required by the job function.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Qualified professional in ACCA / CIMA / CMA or equivalent
• At least four (4) years accounting experience
• Experience in using computerized accounting packages and MS Office Suite
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be meticulous and the ability to analyse and solve problems is essential
• High level of analytical skills with the ability to conduct audits to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial documents
• Collaborative with the ability to be a key team player
• Ability to manage employee performance for success where goals are created, competencies are incorporated, and constructive feedback is provided for continuous improvement.
• Resilient and the ability to work effectively under pressure, managing a diverse and competing workload.
• Sound knowledge of local and international accounting standards