Accounting Assistant

EY Trinidad is recruiting for an Accounting Assistant position.

The opportunity

EY, a global, market leading, professional services firm, with dynamic people in more than 140 countries, is committed to operating with integrity, quality and professionalism in the provision of audit, tax, advisory and transaction advisory services. Ernst & Young Caribbean, one of the region’s largest seamlessly and fully integrated professional services firms, has offices in Trinidad, Guyana, Saint Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica, Curacao, Aruba and Suriname. We strive to help all of our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone’s contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth, and provides continuous opportunities for development.

We currently have an excellent career opportunity in our Trinidad office for the position Accounting Assistant. The selected candidate must have a broad knowledge of accounting and finance concepts and utilize independent judgment to complete assignments and resolve issues. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

• Processing of payments in accordance with the company policy
• Ensure invoices are approved and processed in accordance with the company policy
• Perform general accounting activities including reconciliation and analysis of accounts payable general ledger accounts
• Review of payments
• Preparation of vendor reconciliation statements and following up on outstanding items
• Generate reports related to Accounts Payables
• Preparation and review of journal entries
• Daily preparation of deposit to bank and submission of ‘Cash Receipts Form' for AR processing. 
• Manage online banking for incoming receipts
• Prepare and submit weekly bank reports
• Credit cards reports are audited/processed and distributed timely
• VAT Returns: - Preparation of VAT
• Manage Travel Advance process i.e ensure compliance with company’s policy
• Assist in the preparation of Quarterly/Monthly Reports
• Preparation of Balance Sheet schedules monthly
• Preparation of the FX Revaluation reports monthly
• Review of Bank Reconciliations
• Preparation of cash flow statements
• Assist with the accurate and timely close of accounting cycle
• Assist with special projects as required and any other ad hoc duties that may arise
• Ensure compliance of monthly, quarterly and annual submission deadlines for statutory and other legal requirements are met

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A positive, "can-do" attitude and approach to responsibilities; the ability to assist and support leadership in addressing new challenges and changes
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and support skills across different organizational teams

To qualify, candidates must have:

• Currently pursuing a professional accounting qualification i.e. ACCA, CA, CIMA, CPA
• Approximately 2-5 years’ experience in a professional environment in a finance/ business capacity
• Ability to understand the expectations of customers and deliver service that meets or exceeds customers' needs within policy guidelines
• The ability to identify and resolve issues that impact the delivery of quality service

What we offer

As a member of the EY family, you will have access to:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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