Accountant at Excel and Grace Consulting

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accountant to join our dynamic team. 
• The Accountant will be responsible for implementing and maintaining robust financial processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and providing strategic financial insights to support the company's growth and profitability. 
• This role involves overseeing all financial operations, managing a team of account officers, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities
Financial Management & Control:

• Implement and maintain structured accounting processes and financial controls.
• Develop and enforce internal financial policies and procedures.
• Oversee cash flow management to ensure the business maintains liquidity.

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review.
• Develop and monitor operating budgets and financial forecasts.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to improve profitability.
• Provide insights to the Managing Director (MD) and management team for financial decision-making.
• Identify investment opportunities and financial risks.

Transaction Management & Reconciliation:

• Ensure timely recording, reconciliation, and reporting of financial transactions.
• Review and approve bank reconciliations, payment vouchers, and financial statements.
• Ensure proper documentation of sales transactions and supplier payments.
• Work closely with sales and inventory teams to track stock movement and reconcile sales records.

Accounts Receivable & Payment Processing:

• Monitor credit sales, accounts receivables, and follow up on payments.
• Develop a structured payment confirmation system to ensure all incoming payments are verified promptly.
• Work closely with the sales and finance teams to improve the accuracy and timeliness of payment confirmations.
• Implement automated payment tracking systems for better transparency and efficiency.
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting of all customer payments, deposits, and outstanding balances.

Team Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise and provide guidance to existing account officers.

Compliance & Payroll:

• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accurate deductions and remittances.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, corporate taxes, PAYE, and other statutory deductions.
• Ensure sustainable growth and profitability of the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 years of proven experience as an Accountant, preferably in a similar industry.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Experience in developing and managing budgets and financial forecasts.
• Knowledge of relevant tax laws and regulations (VAT, PAYE, corporate taxes).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with automated payment tracking systems is a plus.
• Experience supervising other account officers.
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) is highly desirable.