Junior Accountant at Givanas Group of Companies

Job Purpose

• The Junior Accountant is responsible for day to day transaction posting.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial accounting and general ledger structure.
• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
• Update accounts receivable and issue invoices
• Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations
• Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
• Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned
• Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
• Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings
• Assist with other accounting projects

Experience Required

• B.Sc in Accounting, Finance or relevant field
• Minimum of 1 year general accounting experience preferably in a manufacturing firm.
• Audit and taxation experience preferably from Big 4 will be an added advantage
• Excellent organizing abilities
• Good attention to detail
• Strong financial and analytical acumen
• Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (SAP)
• Professional Qualifications with ICAN/ACA/ACCA/CIMA will be an advantage
• Ability to develop checking strategies
• Strong sense of deadlines and time management
• Good communication skills and adaptability
• Aptitude to learn and strong analytical skills
• Good interpersonal and team work skills with good decision making