ACCOUNTANT, REF: 13 at Mc Timothy Associates

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of period management reports to aid management decision-making process
• Set-up and maintain a Computerized/ledger accounting system in line with accepted procedures
• Ensure purchase requests are approved (authorized) before releasing of cash; Manage processes to record & reconcile expenses
• Prepare periodic financial reports, ensuring compliance with defined accounting policies and financial reporting standards
• Disbursement of cash advances and reconciliation to ensure recovery
• Perform financial analysis as required
• Prepare and ensure prompt remission of all statutory payments towards including VAT, PAYE tax, employee and Company pension contributions
• Liaise with Auditors/ Tax consultant and external Auditors on various audit activities
• Ensuring financial and resource accountability and effective management for records as required for auditing

Qualifications and Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Accounting
• Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in Accounting
• Relevant professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA
• Possession of a MBA will be of added advantage
• Good working knowledge of Accounting Software/computers/ Microsoft office
• Proficient with Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint and presentation. Good communication, interpersonal and people management skills
• Display a positive and upbeat attitude looking to foster an environment where real success occurs