Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant Qualifications & Responsibilities

Qualifications:

• Partially qualified in ACCA and CIMA (up to managerial level)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting & Finance
• Proficient in accounting tools & software
• At least two years of experience in the field

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting Audits & Risk Analysis:

• Conduct routine accounting audits to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies
• Perform risk analysis to identify and mitigate financial risks
• Prepare audit documentation and support audit procedures

Cash Flow & Budget Management:

• Oversee cash flow management to maintain sufficient liquidity
• Source and manage investment funds to support business expansion
• Develop and monitor company-wide budgets, tracking expenses and financial performance

Cost Accounting & Analysis:

• Maintain cost accounting records for effective expense management
• Conduct cost analysis to optimize financial efficiency
• Prepare reports on cost performance and financial trends
• Perform variance calculations to assess financial discrepancies

Financial Reporting:

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Provide essential financial data for budget planning
• Collaborate with finance teams to ensure accuracy in financial reporting

Data Entry & Management:

• Accurately enter financial data into accounting systems
• Maintain data integrity through regular reconciliation

Issue Resolution:

• Address queries related to invoices, payments, and account balances
• Resolve accounting discrepancies efficiently

Additional Duties:

• Handle administrative and accounting tasks assigned by senior management
• Support special projects and financial initiatives