SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Position Summary

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of all financial transactions.
• Ensure compliance with organizational financial policies, procedures, guidelines, and reporting standards.
• Support corporate financial reporting requirements and maintain financial accountability.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, financial strategies, organizational policies, and approved financial plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records for audit and reporting purposes.

• Collaborate with the Finance Manager in developing detailed, realistic, and cost-effective annual budgets.
• Support financial forecasting and budget monitoring activities.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support organizational decision-making.
• Monitor expenditure against approved budgets and support cost-control initiatives.

• Enter all company financial transactions into the finance system accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform senior-level accounting functions to support daily business operations.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and accounting schedules.
• Ensure proper classification and recording of income, expenses, assets, liabilities, and equity transactions.

• Reconcile all company Balance Sheet Accounts, Trial Balance Accounts, and Income Statements on a monthly basis.
• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable accurately and within required timelines.
• Conduct timely reconciliation of bank account statements and financial records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies identified during reconciliation processes.
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial accuracy across all accounting functions.

• Process and post payments and receipts on a daily basis.
• Validate and verify all payments for accuracy, completeness, and accountability.
• Ensure timely processing of supplier payments and customer receipts.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and support collection efforts where necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions and supporting documentation.

• Prepare detailed cost analysis reports by interpreting financial data and accounting information.
• Support management in evaluating financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Analyze expenditure trends and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Provide recommendations for improving financial performance and profitability.

• Manage corporate costing activities and contractual accounts.
• Monitor contract-related financial transactions and ensure compliance with contractual terms.
• Maintain accurate records of corporate financial obligations and commitments.
• Support financial analysis related to contracts, projects, and operational activities.

• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports to the Finance Manager.
• Generate financial reports and management information to support decision-making.
• Provide timely updates on financial performance, variances, and key accounting issues.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing activities.

• Undertake any other financial management responsibilities assigned by management from time to time.
• Support continuous improvement of accounting systems, financial controls, and reporting processes.
• Contribute to organizational efficiency through sound financial management practices.

Core Competencies

• Financial Accounting
• Corporate Accounting
• Management Accounting
• General Ledger Management
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Financial Analysis
• Cost Accounting
• Cost Control

• Internal Controls
• Financial Compliance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Audit Preparation
• Risk Management
• Financial Governance

• Bank Reconciliation
• Accounts Payable Reconciliation
• Accounts Receivable Reconciliation
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation
• Trial Balance Management
• Income Statement Analysis
• Variance Analysis

• Accounting Software
• ERP Systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Systems Management
• Data Analysis
• Financial Modelling

Application Process