accountant manages and maintains an organizations financial records ensuring compliance with regulations and providing financial insights for informed decision-making. Their responsibilities include preparing financial statements reconciling accounts performing audits and advising on financial strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Recordkeeping:
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of transactions including general ledger accounts financial statements and other relevant documents.
Financial Reporting:
Preparing and presenting financial reports budgets and forecasts to management and other stakeholders.
Compliance:
Ensuring compliance with financial regulations accounting standards and tax laws.
Auditing:
Conducting financial audits to identify discrepancies and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
Financial Analysis:
Analyzing financial data to identify trends areas of improvement and potential risks.
Tax Compliance:
Preparing and filing tax returns managing tax liabilities and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
Budgeting:
Developing and managing budgets forecasts and financial plans.
Reconciliation:
Reconciling bank statements and other accounts to ensure accuracy.
Advisory:
Providing financial advice to management on financial strategy investments and other business decisions.
Skills Required:
Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze financial data identify trends and draw conclusions.
Accounting Software Proficiency: Proficiency in using accounting software and systems such as SAP Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics.
Problem-solving Skills: The ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies and issues.
Communication Skills: The ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Attention to Detail: The ability to maintain accuracy and precision in financial recordkeeping.
Strong Organizational Skills: The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
Work experience as an Accountant. Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks. Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
Education
Graduate