Accounts Trainee – Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accurate accounting records and financial documentation.
• Process invoices, receipts, payments, and journal entries.
• Support daily bookkeeping activities and ensure transactions are properly recorded.
• Maintain organized financial files and supporting documents.
• Assist in updating accounting systems and financial databases.

• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Assist in preparing management accounts and financial summaries.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate transaction discrepancies.
• Verify general ledger entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Support preparation of financial schedules for reporting purposes.

• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Support financial analysis for internal and client projects.
• Monitor income and expenditure records.
• Provide accurate financial information to support decision-making.

• Assist in payroll preparation by reviewing timesheets and employee records.
• Support calculation of payroll deductions and preparation of payslips.
• Assist with preparation of statutory tax documents including:
  • VAT returns
  • PAYE submissions
  • Withholding Tax (WHT) documentation
• Ensure financial records comply with statutory requirements.

• Support internal and external audit activities.
• Prepare requested financial documents and supporting schedules.
• Ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
• Assist in improving accounting procedures and controls.

• Monitor outstanding customer balances.
• Assist with supplier payment processing.
• Follow up on pending invoices and payment records.
• Maintain accurate payable and receivable information.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Commerce
  • Business Administration (Accounting option)
  • Related financial disciplines
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Previous internship or accounting attachment experience is an added advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.
• Understanding of financial reporting procedures.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel including:
  • Pivot Tables
  • VLOOKUP functions
  • Data analysis
• Familiarity with accounting software such as:
  • Tally ERP
  • QuickBooks
  • Sage
  • Other ERP systems
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality when handling financial information.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Accounts Assistant
• Finance Assistant
• Junior Accountant
• Tax Assistant
• Audit Associate
• Financial Analyst
• Accountant

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