Accounting Officer

We are currently in need of a forwardthinking Accountant whose core strength is financial reporting monthend closing bank reconciliation etc. This role will be reporting directly to the Head of Finance and

Administration.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Manage all accounting transactions

Checks and verifies collection monitoring sheet

Oversees accounts receivable (billing and collection)

Oversees accounts payable (bookkeeping entries in Xero payment to vendors)

Checks uploaded entries to banks (payment to vendors)

Handles monthly quarterly and annual closings

Prepares monthly bank reconciliation report (can be populated from Xero)

Checks and verifies payroll (regular and consultants pay)

Creates monthly payroll journal and accruals in Xero.

Coordinates monthly quarterly and annual taxes reports with external accountant.

Assists external auditors and provides required statements and information for the annual audit.

Assists in other subsidiary accounts.

Performs bank related transactions (e.g. fund transfers uploading of payroll etc.)

Supervises Finance Specialist and Accounts Receivable Specialist.

Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary.

Supports Head of Finance in all finance and accounting matters

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Work experience as an Accountant

Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures including the Generally Accepted

Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Handson experience with accounting software like Xero and QuickBooks

Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables

Experience with general ledger functions

Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills

BSc in Accounting Finance or relevant degree

Additional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus

Remote Work :

No