Accountant

Job Description

Company Introduction

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintain the general ledger by preparing and posting daily journal entries;
• Reconcile bank accounts and financial statements, identifying and addressing discrepancies as needed;
• Ensure timely and accurate resolution of issues, provided they align with standard policies and procedures;
• Manage the recording of purchase orders for accruals, verifying approvals in accordance with internal expenditure policies;
• Review supplier invoices for accuracy, ensure appropriate authorisation, and monitor their progress to ensure timely payments;
• Handle supplier queries related to invoicing and payments;
• Coordinate and process payment runs, including the recording of prepayments and accruals, and issue bills payables for authorisation;
• Prepare and file monthly VAT returns in compliance with regulatory deadlines;
• Organise and maintain accurate records and documentation for easy retrieval and reference;
• Ensure all physical and electronic files are properly maintained, tagged, and accessible;
• Review and validate employee expense claims and corporate card expenditures, ensuring adherence to company policies;
• Monitor the Bank’s daily liquidity position and report on variances;
• Support the finance team with month-end closing tasks and reporting requirements;
• Perform additional accounting or administrative duties as assigned by management.

Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role;
• Strong computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel;
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Personal Skills

• Ability to work independently with strong prioritisation, organisational, and time management skills to meet tight deadlines;
• Excellent communication, analytical, and financial skills, ensuring accuracy and clarity in reporting to management;
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on maintaining data accuracy.