Position Summary (A short paragraph about the position)
The Accounts Clerk will be mainly required to provide the most efficient, reliable, and timely service in support of the smooth running of the Finance Department. This position will cover a 1-year maternity leave.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Ø General accounting duties including the processing of purchasing invoices, suppliers’ payments preparations, inventory transactions and reconciliations.
Ø Other accounting duties such as reconciling supplier statements, raising and posting journals and other general ledger postings and inputting of petty cash transactions
Ø Check delivery notes and purchase orders in respect of prices with invoices received from suppliers
Ø Investigating of any mismatches and reporting any discrepancies for correct
Ø Assign expenses to appropriate cost centres including coding and checking of approved invoices
Ø Prepare periodical reports as requested to assist in the analysis of accounts
Ø Liaise courteously with inter-departments, suppliers, external auditors and other stakeholders as necessary
Ø Providing any other accounting and clerical assistance to the accounting department as may be deemed necessary
Level of Education Standard & Experience Required
Ø MQF LEVEL 4 (A’LEVEL) Minimum
Ø FIELDS OF STUDY – accounts
Ø TYPE OF WORKING EXPERIENCE – similar experience within a retail-oriented Finance Department
Ø LANGUAGES- WRITTEN/SPOKEN - strong communication skills in English
Compatibility with the Company’s Values
Ø Possess an aptitude towards creating a safe environment to himself and others
Ø Be able to commit and provide quality to his/her line of work
Ø Strive to create a customer-driven approach
Ø Believe that teamwork makes work more efficient and leads to better productivity
Ø Show respect and integrity at the workplace and able to work in a team
Ø Believe that continuous professional development is the key to continue growing within the Company and keen to attend training as required
Ø Cultivate a strong understanding of key social and environmental issues
Competencies
Personal
Ø Organisational and planning skills
Ø Problem solving and decision-making skills
Ø Time management and multitasking skills
Ø The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ø The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ø A methodical approach to work, A sense of initiative, Accuracy, Assertiveness, Attention to detail, Business acumen, Diligence, Efficiency, Flexibility, Proactive and energetic attitude
Technical (Specific to the Job)
Ø Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems
Ø Technical skills related to the analysis and reporting of financial data
Ø Knowledge of accounting and financial record keeping principles
Ø Competence in Mathematics
Ø The ability to clearly and coherently record and explain financial information to others
Information Technology
Ø Proficient in operating Microsoft Excel
Ø Competent in operating Microsoft Word and Outlook
Ø Knowledge of Shireburn Financial Manager and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365
Health & Safety
Ø Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Working Conditions
Ø FULL TIME (Definite Contract)
Ø OVERTIME GRADE - Yes
Ø OFFICE BASED/ONSITE - Office
Ø WORKING PATTERN Monday – Friday
Ø TRAVELLING REQUIRED - No
Ø BASED AT - Ta’ Qali Head Office