General Accountant

Job description

Accountant • Financial Record Keeping: • Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers. • Record day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable. • • Preparation of Financial Statements: • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and policies. • • Reconciliations: • Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations. • Identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly. • • Supporting Audits: • Prepare financial documentation for audits. • Assist in the coordination of external audits. • • Budget Monitoring: • Assist in budget preparation and monitoring expenditures. • Provide variance reports to management. • • Compliance: • Ensure compliance with local regulations and company policies. • Stay updated on changes in financial legislation and best practices. • • Accounting Software: • Utilize accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks) for transactions and reporting. • Assist in implementing new financial software solutions. • • Internal Controls: • Assist in maintaining and enforcing internal controls. • Identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations. • • Team Collaboration: • Collaborate with other departments to gather necessary financial information. • Support the finance team in various ad-hoc projects and tasks.

Requirements

• Educational Background
• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional Experience
• 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Technical Skills
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and MS Office Suite.
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas and data analysis functions.
• Certifications
• ZAT or IFRS other relevant certification is a plus but not required.
• Core Competencies
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Skills