Account Officer at Reliable Steel & Plastic Ind. Ltd.

Accountant duties and responsibilities

Accountants prepare and examine financial records, ensuring records are accurate and that taxes are paid. Different types of accountant duties and responsibilities may include:

• Reconciling the company’s bank statements and bookkeeping ledgers
• Completing analysis of the employee expenditures
• Managing income and expenditure accounts
• Generating the company’s financial reports using income and expenditure data
• Keeping a check on the company’s finances based on financial status
• Filing and remitting taxes and other financial obligations
• Initiating and managing financial and accounting software used by the company

Accountant skills and qualifications

To best perform their duties and responsibilities, an accountant should possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Experience with accounting software and data entry
• Excellent understanding of accounting rules and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced knowledge and experience with spreadsheets
• Ability to work independently
• Analytical skills

Accountant education and training

The accountant position requires a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or any other related field. A master’s degree is an added advantage. New graduates with relevant internship experience will work well in entry-level roles. For senior levels, certification and relevant experience in a managerial position is an added advantag

Accountant experience requirements

A successful candidate should have experience with accounting and financial software and stay up to date with current trends. Expert-level knowledge of working with spreadsheets is crucial. Experience with word processing software is essential for generating and writing reports for record-keeping as well as presentations.