Female Account Officer at Sharptowers limited

Job Summary
The Account officer will work closely with other staff to ensure proper management of the organization finance.

Responsibilities

• Review transactions vouchers for accuracy, correct coding and completeness of documentation.
• Review transactions posted in Quick books accounting system (payments, deposits, journals and petty cash) for accuracy and coding.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, bank reconciliation, and submit for review.
• Conduct monthly review of Quick Books Balance Sheet accounts and prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure the maintenance of an up to date filed records of financial activities, in an audit-ready manner; ensure proper and effective filing system is in place
• Prepare activity budgets and present draft budgets for review, ensuring that budget utilization is within the available budget provisions in the Work plan.
• Prepare / Review account reconciliations for suppliers, staffs and agents, before payment.
• Prepare a monthly Outstanding Advance Report by reviewing and staff advances and liquidations to ensure compliance to the standard operating procedures.
• Print weekly bank statements, and reconcile to the cashbook.
• Prepare the office financial year-end procedures, year- end schedules

Requirements

• B.Sc in Accounting, Business Management, Financial Management or related field with a minimum of 3 years work experience strictly in accounting roles.
• Applicant must have an in-depth knowledge of MS Excel and QuickBooks is mandatory.
• Work experience in a supervisory position is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•  Excellent coordination and time management skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Willingness to work under pressure and ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Ability to effectively work in a team.
• Ability to travel when required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English language.