Job Purpose<\/p>\n
The Account Assistant will report directly to the Accountant and will be primarily responsible for ensuring that the Finance systems and processes are both efficient and effective and that principles of accounting are applied in order analyze financial information ensuring payments are done.\u00a0<\/p>\n
You will be responsible for ensuring that all statutory deductions are filled and paid on or before the due dates.\u00a0You will also assist in facilitating other departments\u2019 in running their day to day activities, ensuring a good relationship with our suppliers and service providers.\u00a0You will be responsible for\u00a0Paying vendors by scheduling pay checks and ensuring payment is received for outstanding credit; generally responding to all vendor enquiries regarding finance.<\/p>\n
You will be responsible for all bank and vendor reconciliation and prepare the report which will be signed off by the senior accountant and Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO) on monthly and quarterly basis respectively.<\/p>\n
Attention to detail and data entry skills are important requirements for the role. You will be interacting with vendors \/supplier, so it is imperative interact in a professional manner.<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\t\u00a0Perform weekly bank reconciliations and ensure all reconciliations are reviewed and signed off on a monthly basis.
\n\t\u00a0Maintain an accurate cheque register, updating its status daily (issued, on hand, cleared).
\n\t\u00a0Prepare supplier schedules as required and post all invoices approved by the Senior Accountant.
\n\tEnsure suppliers are paid on time in line with agreed credit terms.
\n\tProcess payments via cheque and RTGS as approved.
\n\tReconcile creditor accounts on a quarterly basis and prepare reconciliation reports.
\n\tMaintain the supplier ageing register and share monthly reports.
\n\tEnsure all accounting entries are accurately captured and properly allocated in the accounting system.
\n\tPerform eTIMS reconciliations by ensuring output VAT from sales and input VAT are accurately captured at store level and reconcile to iTax.
\n\tEnsure timely filing and payment of all statutory obligations, including NHIF, NSSF, PAYE, VAT, WHT, and instalment tax.
\n\tPrepare VAT, WHT, and WHVAT returns in a timely manner and ensure prompt payment.
\n\tMaintain an up-to-date and well-organised filing system.
\n\tLiaise with banks and other cash-related third parties as required.
\n\tProvide support during external audits.
\n\tCarry out any other duties assigned from time to time.<\/p>\n
Professional \/ Academic Background<\/p>\n
\tBachelors Degree in Finance related Field
\n\tCPA Part II<\/p>\n
Essential Attributes<\/p>\n
\tDecision making:\u00a0Willingness and ability to make big picture decisions that are in the best interest of the entire company. Ability to appropriately review data and come to conclusions.
\n\tProblem solving:\u00a0A problem-solving mindset to any challenging situation.
\n\tWorking Under Pressure\u00a0\u2013 Ability to deliver against set objectives while operating on some occasions in stressful situations.
\n\tShared leadership:\u00a0Commitment to working in teams. Proven ability to successfully work in a highly cross-functional matrix environment.
\n\tAgility:\u00a0Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to rapid change, including the ability to deal with shifting priorities.
\n\tStrong team player:\u00a0able to gain trust, respect and confidence quickly and effectively
\n\tCreative:\u00a0An innovative thought process.
\n\tEnthusiasm:\u00a0Energy and determination to achieve results<\/p>\n
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