Accountant

Accountant — Job Description

Job Summary

The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounting transactions, preparing financial reports, and supporting the organization's day-to-day financial operations. The role ensures timely and accurate accounting while maintaining compliance with company policies, internal controls, and applicable statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts and financial records.
• Record daily accounting transactions, including sales, purchases, receipts, payments, expenses, and journal entries.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare and process invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and supporting documentation.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile customer, supplier, ledger, and intercompany accounts where applicable.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and payables and follow up on pending balances.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Prepare financial statements, schedules, and management reports as required.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of accounting records.
• Verify invoices and supporting documents before processing payments.
• Monitor expenses and ensure transactions are recorded under the correct accounts and cost centers.
• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses.
• Maintain fixed asset records and calculate depreciation as required.
• Assist with payroll-related accounting and statutory deductions where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax, accounting, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare information and supporting documents for internal and external audits.
• Monitor and maintain effective financial controls and procedures.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and investigate and resolve them promptly.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and employee information.
• Support the Finance Manager and management with financial information and ad-hoc reports.
• Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as CA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent is an advantage.
• Typically 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems is preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Good understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliation.
• Knowledge of applicable taxation and statutory requirements.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy of accounting records
• Timeliness of financial entries and reconciliations
• Accounts receivable and payable accuracy
• Timely completion of month-end closing
• Bank and ledger reconciliation accuracy
• Compliance with statutory and internal requirements
• Timely submission of financial reports
• Audit findings and resolution of discrepancies
• Accuracy and completeness of financial documentation