Assistant Accountant Full Time

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Key Responsibilities

Daily Accounting Support

• Assist the accounting team with day-to-day financial and bookkeeping activities.
• Record sales, purchases, receipts, payments, expenses, and other transactions.
• Assist in preparing journal entries and accounting vouchers.
• Verify financial documents before entering transactions.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and ledgers.
• Support senior accountants with routine accounting tasks.
• Ensure financial information is updated accurately and on time.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Assist with Accounts Payable (AP) activities.
• Process and verify supplier invoices and supporting documents.
• Maintain supplier payment records and outstanding balances.
• Assist with Accounts Receivable (AR) activities.
• Record customer invoices and payments.
• Monitor outstanding customer balances.
• Support reconciliation of customer and supplier accounts.
• Report discrepancies or missing information to senior accounting staff.

Invoice & Payment Processing

• Prepare and organize invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and related documents.
• Check invoice details for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with payment preparation according to approved procedures.
• Maintain proper records of processed and pending transactions.
• Coordinate with relevant departments regarding missing documents and approvals.
• Ensure accounting documents are properly filed.

Bank Reconciliation

• Assist with regular bank reconciliations.
• Compare bank statements with accounting records.
• Identify differences and provide supporting information for resolution.
• Assist in recording bank charges, deposits, transfers, and other transactions.
• Maintain bank reconciliation schedules and supporting documents.
• Help ensure cash and bank balances are accurately recorded.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in preparing monthly and periodic financial reports.
• Prepare basic accounting schedules and financial summaries.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist with expense analysis and cash flow monitoring.
• Provide financial information to senior accountants when required.
• Maintain accurate documentation supporting financial reports.

Documentation & Filing

• Maintain organized physical and digital financial records.
• File invoices, receipts, vouchers, bank statements, and other accounting documents.
• Ensure records are easy to retrieve when required.
• Assist with preparing documents for internal and external audits.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Follow company accounting procedures and internal controls.

Coordination & Administrative Support

• Coordinate with suppliers, customers, banks, and internal departments when required.
• Respond to routine accounting queries professionally.
• Follow up on pending invoices, payments, and supporting documents.
• Assist senior accountants with accounting-related administrative tasks.
• Support improvements in accounting processes and record keeping.
• Perform other finance-related duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field is preferred.
• Basic to good understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping.
• Previous accounting or finance experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Understanding of bank reconciliation and financial documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional attitude and high level of integrity.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.