Job Description
Position Overview
- The Account Officer for a luxury hair brand will assist the Head Accountant in managing financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting financial planning and decision-making.
- Additionally, the role includes updating and maintaining financial and product-related information on the company website, ensuring accuracy and alignment with brand standards.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management Support:
- Assist the Head Accountant in preparing financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
- Assist in reconcilingbank statements, monitor cash flow, and manage accounts payable/receivable.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, expenses, and payments.
Record Keeping and Compliance:
- Maintain detailed and organized financial records.
- Support audits by providing accurate and timely documentation.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations specific to the beauty and luxury goods industry.
Website Updates and Maintenance:
- Update product prices, promotions, and inventory details on the company website.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure product descriptions and visuals are aligned with financial records.
- Monitor website transactions to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies with sales data.
Collaboration and Reporting:
- Work closely with the Head Accountant to provide insights for decision-making.
- Provide support to the sales and marketing teams with financial data analysis for campaigns.
- Prepare weekly and monthly financial summaries for internal review.
Qualifications and SkillsEducational Background:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and website management tools (e.g., WordPress, Shopify).
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting and basic web analytics.
Industry Knowledge:
- Familiarity with luxury retail or the beauty industry is highly desirable.
Personal Attributes:
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to maintain vendor and client relationships.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced luxury brand environment.