Assistant Accountant

JOB SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Assistant Accountant

REPORTING TO : Executive Chairman or his nominee

JOB PURPOSE : The Assistant Accountant’s primary responsibility is to assist with the analysis of financial information and preparing financial reports to maintain an accurate record of assets, liabilities, profits and losses, tax liability, or other financial activities within the Company.

Education and Required Skills

First degree in accounting or a related field

Current enrolment in or completion of a recognized accounting designation

A minimum of two (2) consecutive years of practical accounting experience would be an asset

Strong command of Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel

Knowledge of payroll software

Detail and goal-oriented

Ability to self-manage amidst conflicting deadlines

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Desirable Skills

Accuracy and attention to detail are essential

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Deadline-driven and able to self-manage amidst conflicting deadlines

Knowledge of payroll software would be an asset

Excellent stress management skills

Honest with a high level of integrity

Proven ability to function in a fast-paced, project-based environment

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries as well as accounting data entries

Assist in the preparation of internal accounts for use in financial statements and management reports

Assist with the preparation of cash flow statements and tracking cash balances as required

Provide reconciliations to Management on time

Assists with the preparation of weekly and monthly payrolls as necessary

Assists with the preparation of monthly expense reports and supporting schedules

Assist with the preparation of all bank reconciliations and supporting schedules, working papers, and other reconciliations as requested

Assists with the annual stock count

Preparation of the daily bank deposit

Prepare cheques for approval and sign-off by management

Overseeing the daily management and reconciliation of petty cash balances regularly to ensure compliance with company policies

Generate and compile end-of-day reports, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery as required

Timely preparation of all Government deductions as well as monthly VAT/refund claims

Assist in the preparation of all legislative returns (PAYE and NIS) on time

Establish and maintain an effective system of communication with customers and vendors

Perform any other reasonable and related duties as delegated from time to time by Management