Job Description Accountant
Job Title: Accountant/Sr. Accountant
Department: Finance & Accounts
Reports To: Accounts Manager / Finance Manager
Location: [Location]
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting activities, financial records, reconciliations, payments, receivables, payables, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of accounting principles, excellent numerical skills, and the ability to maintain accurate and confidential financial records.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts.
- Record daily financial transactions in the accounting system.
- Prepare and maintain ledgers, journals, cash books, and supporting documents.
- Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
- Prepare invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and journal entries.
- Monitor outstanding receivables and payables and follow up as required.
Bank & Account Reconciliation
- Perform regular bank reconciliations.
- Reconcile customer, supplier, and general ledger accounts.
- Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate records of cash and bank transactions.
Financial Reporting
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports.
- Assist in preparing profit & loss statements and balance sheet schedules.
- Prepare expense and income reports for management review.
- Provide accurate financial information to management and auditors.
Tax & Compliance
- Assist with preparation of VAT/tax-related records and documentation as applicable.
- Maintain proper supporting documents for tax and accounting transactions.
- Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and external accountants when required.
- Ensure accounting activities comply with company policies and applicable regulations.
Payment & Expense Management
- Process supplier payments and other authorized financial transactions.
- Verify invoices and supporting documents before processing payments.
- Maintain proper records of company expenses.
- Monitor petty cash and conduct regular petty cash reconciliation.
- Ensure payments are processed accurately and on time.
Audit & Documentation
- Maintain organized physical and electronic accounting records.
- Provide required documents and information during internal and external audits.
- Support the Accounts/Finance Manager with financial analysis and special assignments.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of financial and company information.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping procedures.
- Experience with MS Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.
- Knowledge of VAT and applicable tax requirements is an advantage.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
Key Skills
- General Accounting
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Financial Reporting
- VAT/Tax Documentation
- Invoice & Payment Processing
- MS Excel
- ERP/Accounting Software
- Audit Support
- Data Analysis
- Attention to Detail
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy of accounting records
- Timely completion of reconciliationsTimely processing of invoices and payments
- Effective receivables and payables management
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports
- Compliance with accounting and tax requirements
- Proper maintenance of financial documentation
Salary: [To be discussed]
Benefits: As per company policy
Joining: Immediate / [As applicable]