Finance Assistant is responsible for managing daily financial operations and provide support to our procurement process, ensuring smooth order fulfillment and shipment coordination.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Operations:
- Process accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing & vendor payments.
- Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger postings.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including accruals and prepayments.
- Prepare and process expense reports and staff claims.
- Maintain accurate financial records and documentation in compliance with local regulations.
- Support the preparation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts as required.
- Handle petty cash management.
Procurement & Import Support:
- Assist in generating and processing purchase orders for local and international goods and services.
- Coordinate with suppliers and freight forwarders for import shipments, ensuring adherence to shipping schedules and import regulations.
- Prepare and review import documentation (e.g., Bill of Lading, Air Waybill, packing lists, customs declarations, Certificates of Origin) for accuracy and completeness.
- Track the status of all incoming and outgoing shipments and provide regular updates to relevant departments.
- Verify received goods against purchase orders, identify and resolve discrepancies, and coordinate with suppliers for returns or replacements.
- Maintain organized procurement and import records, including vendor agreements and shipping logs.
JOB REQUIREMENT
- Diploma or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
- Proven experience in a finance or accounting role.
- Familiarity with basic procurement processes is a plus.
- Proficiency in accounting software (Auto Count) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.