Finance Analyst at DealDey

 PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Provide support to the finance department by managing daily accounting tasks such as preparing financial statements and reporting. The goal of the job is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded.
• Handle accounts receivable and issue invoices.
• Handle 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 tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• First degree in Accounting, Banking & Finance or any relevant discipline
• Professional accounting qualification (i.e., ACA, ACCA or Equivalent)
• Minimum of 2 years post NYSC experience in a retail environment preferably

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Knowledge, understanding and experience of accounting concepts, principles and practices regarding budgeting and management accounting
• Knowledge of e-commerce operating model
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools
• Knowledge and use of accounting packages
• Report writing and presentation
• Communication
• Interpersonal
• Problem solving
• Attention to detail

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• 0-5% error rate in daily transaction postings
• Average time to process invoices on approved transactions
• Bills payment error rate - number of supplier inquiries & complaints
• Timeliness and accuracy of reports
• Compliance with corporate policies and procedures, and standard accounting practice