Job Description
Description
- The Accountant is responsible for managing financial records, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and supporting the organization’s financial integrity.
- The role involves preparing financial statements, monitoring transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing insights to support informed business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and ledgers.
- Record daily transactions, including income, expenses, and payments.
- Reconcile bank statements and company accounts regularly.
Financial Reporting:
Accounting& Auditing
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Generate management weekly and monthly reports, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial reports.
Accounts Payable & Receivable:
- Manage invoicing, billing, and collections from clients.
- Process payments to vendors and ensure proper documentation.
- Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on receivables.
Budgeting & Financial Control:
- Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.
- Monitor expenses against budgets and report variances.
- Implement cost-control measures to improve financial efficiency.
Compliance & Audit:
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and company policies.
- Prepare documentation for internal and external audits.
- Maintain proper financial controls and documentation.
ERP & Financial Systems:
- Update and maintain financial data in ERP/accounting systems.
- Ensure daily transaction postings are accurate and complete.
- Generate reports from financial systems as required.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports
- Compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements
- Timely posting of transactions in ERP systems
- Reduction in financial errors and discrepancies
- Efficiency in accounts receivable and payable management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software/ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Professional certification is an advantage.
Core Competencies:
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Analytical and numerical skills
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Time management and organization
- Problem-solving ability.