Position Summary
The Accounts Executive performs day-to-day finance operations, including posting of transactions in the accounting system, routine reconciliations and ad-hoc computations and tasks within the finance department. The person assists the Unit Accountant in the preparation of Management Accounts, in the adherence of statutory requirements such as submission of VAT reports, and in annual financial audits.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
1 General accounting duties including the processing of purchasing invoices and reconciliations.
2 Other accounting duties such as reconciling supplier statements, reconciling of inter group balances, posting journals and other general ledger postings and inputting of petty cash transactions
3 Assign expenses to appropriate cost centres including coding and checking of approved invoices
4 Keep updated company asset register
5 Prepare periodical reports as requested to assist in the analysis of accounts
6 Liaise courteously with suppliers and other stakeholders as necessary
7 Co-ordinate with various internal departments in lieu of timely compilation of reports and tasks.
8 Preparation of documentation and liaison with our external auditors
9 Assist the unit accountant in the preparation of Management Accounts
10 Prepare statutory requirements such as submission of VAT reports, MBR and NSO requirements.
11 Providing any other accounting and clerical assistance (such as filing) to the accounting department as may deem necessary
12 Keep up to date with relevant changes in international accounting standards, best practices and applicable regulations
13 Adhere to ethical rules that govern the profession
14 Environment - Comply with all environmental policies, procedures, and legal requirements, and actively support initiatives to reduce environmental impact, waste, and resource consumption in the workplace.
15 Health & Safety - Maintain a safe and healthy working environment by following all health and safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices, and promptly reporting hazards, incidents, and near misses.
Level of Education Standard & Experience Required
MQF LEVEL 5 (DIPLOMA)
MQF LEVEL 6 (DEGREE)
LANGUAGES- WRITTEN/SPOKEN - strong communication skills in English
OTHERS
Compatibility with the Company’s Values
Possess an aptitude towards creating a safe environment to himself and others
Be able to commit and provide quality to his/her line of work
Strive to create a customer-driven approach
Believe that teamwork makes work more efficient and leads to better productivity
Show respect and integrity at the workplace and able to work in a team
Believe that continuous professional development is the key to continue growing within the Company and keen to attend training as required
Cultivate a strong understanding of key social and environmental issues
Competencies
1.Leadership/Management
People management and ability to work in a team and with other departments
2.Personal
Organisational and planning skills
Problem solving and decision-making skills
Time management and multitasking skills
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
A methodical approach to work, A sense of initiative, Accuracy, Assertiveness, Attention to detail, Business acumen, Diligence, Efficiency, Flexibility, Proactive and energetic attitude
3.Technical (Specific to the Job)
The ability to comprehend and apply financial reporting standards and regulations
4.Information Technology
Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Experience in Shireburn Financial Management System will be considered an asset
5.Health & Safety
Knowledge of health and safety procedures