Accounting Assistant

Job Summary:

The position is generally accountable for the provision of accounting support with regards to the preparation, verification and recording of accounting transactions, statements, reports and any (internal /external) documentation for the attention of Accounts.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of Financial Statements and Reports inclusive of the Trail Balance
• Review, Verification and Posting of General Journals in relation to financial information and accounting transactions
• Verification of accounting transaction entries posted from Subsidiary ledgers and post to General Ledgers and ensure correctly recorded as per Trial Balance
• Monthly close reconciliations of subsidiary ledger accounts inclusive of Bank Reconciliations
• Assist with reviewing on a continuous basis the accounting control system
• Provision of support in relation to managing the functions of the Finance Department
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and provide support to other team members

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree (BSC) in Accounting, Finance and or Management
• CAT / ACCA Level II or currently in progress of completing ACCA Level III
• Or Other / Equivalent combination of relevant professional qualification, training and experience

Work Experience:

• Minimum of Five (5) years working experience in the capacity of Accounting and Finance
• Experience in a Supervisory position will be an asset
• Experience with Accounting and Payroll Software Packages such as Peachtree

Core Competencies & Other Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Decisive and methodical
• Deadline and Target oriented
• Dedication to Team Work and Leadership
• Integrity within a professional Environment