EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Junior Accountant

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our finance team. The Junior Accountant will report directly to the Financial Controller and will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth functioning of our accounting processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about accounting and eager to develop their skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

Data Entry: Accurately input financial data into our accounting system, ensuring completeness and accuracy of records.
Cash Up: Handle cash reconciliation activities, including recording cash receipts, preparing bank deposits, and maintaining cash registers.
Reconciliation of Supplier Accounts: Regularly reconcile supplier statements with our accounting records, resolving any discrepancies and ensuring timely payments.
Reconciliation of Customer Accounts: Perform periodic reconciliation of customer accounts, identify outstanding balances, and coordinate with the sales team for collections.
Bank Reconciliation: Conduct monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy between bank statements and accounting records, promptly resolving any discrepancies
Stock Reconciliation: Assist in reconciling physical stock counts with inventory records, identifying and investigating discrepancies.
Computation of Break-even Point: Calculate the break-even point for the company’s products or services, considering costs, pricing, and sales volumes.
Computation of VAT: Prepare and compute VAT (Value Added Tax) returns, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Customer & Supplier Follow-up: Communicate with customers and suppliers regarding outstanding balances, resolve any billing or payment issues, and maintain positive relationships.
Preparation of MIS Reports: Assist in the preparation of management information system (MIS) reports, providing financial analysis and insights to support decision-making.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Diploma in Accounting.
Professional Qualification and membership of an internationally recognized Institute like CA, ACCA, CIMA, ZICA, CIS or equivalent.
Member of ZICA.
A minimum of 3 years working experience in accounting.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and written.
High organizational skills and ability to work under extreme pressure and multitasking.
Sage Evolution knowledge is prefered
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.