Accountant

This role works very closely with the Finance Specialist in ensuring uptodate and accurate financial records at all times. They will be responsible for the day to day transactional activities, pertaining to accounts payable and accounts receivable, and conducting daily and time bound reconcilations.

They will support auditors in any mandated audits, and be the internal liasion to the organisation for any queries and requirements. They will coordinate with employees, participants and other stakeholders on any expenses or reimbursements at an individual or team level.  

Responsibilities

• Dealing directly with internal and/or external stakeholders to deliver customer satisfaction by carrying out a range of, mostly routine, transactions and interactions to a high standard.
• Supporting the Finance Specialist in

Preparation of annual budgets.

Preparing financial statements, monthly, quarterly and annual accounts, and supporting month-end schedules.

Financial reporting and analysis.

Management reporting and analysis.

Coordinating all reports and submissions for the Investment Committee and Audit Committee.

• Invoicing & Cash Application.
• Accounting for Fixed Assets & Depreciation, for leases, related party accounting and reconciliations.
• Expense Booking, Provision & Accruals.
• Vetting and processing employee expenses.
• Vetting and processing vendor payments.
• Handle daily reconciliation with the Executive Assistant on petty cash transactions.
• Preparing daily and month-end bank reconciliation statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Reconciling all accounts pertaining to participants, suppliers, third party vendors, etc.
• Reviewing existing contracts, accounting systems and procedures.
• Preparing timely monthly/quarterly VAT returns, maintaining VAT records and ensuring compliance at all times.
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date records and ensuring data and content is appropriately secure.
• Communicating and liaising with colleagues and others, including auditors in order to check accuracy, give or obtain further information and/or resolve queries.
• Ensuring information is presented clearly, unambiguously and in a readily comprehensible and appropriate format for the audience and business purpose.
• Adhering to control and risk management policies and procedures.
• Carrying out from time to time, and as directed, any other duties as assigned.

Jobholder Requirements



• Accounts graduate.
• Must have between 2-4 years of prior relevant experience.
• A strong communicator with demonstrable negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Familiarity with Finance applications/ systems.