We Are seeking to hire an Accountant for one of our clients who will be responsible for the end-to-end financial management of The company, including accounting, reporting, cash-flow control, invoicing, statutory compliance, and commercial financial support. The role requires accuracy, discipline, commercial awareness, and strict adherence to timelines, as well as proactive follow-up on receivables and obligations to ensure financial stability and profitability.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As the Accountant, your work will span three critical pillars:
Financial Accounting & Record Keeping
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including:
- Income Statements
- Balance Sheets
- Cash Flow Statements
- Maintain proper documentation for all financial transactions.
- Control, validate, and review all posting entries on the company’s ERP or accounting system.
- Reconcile bank accounts, ledgers, and financial records regularly.
Invoicing, Receipts & Receivables Management
- Raise accurate and timely invoices and receipts for all services, memberships, events, and products.
- Prepare and issue statements of account for members and clients as required.
- Actively follow up on outstanding payments, ensuring timely collections.
- Track receivables, flag overdue accounts, and escalate risks to management promptly.
- Validate credit terms and settlement conditions for all sales records.
Payroll & Staff-Related Financials
- Prepare and submit payroll requests on or before the agreed payment date each month.
- Ensure payroll accuracy, statutory deductions, and proper documentation.
- Maintain payroll records and support payroll audits where required.
Petty Cash & Expense Management
- Manage and reconcile petty cash accounts regularly.
- Ensure all petty cash expenses are properly documented, approved, and accounted for.
- Monitor staff expense claims and ensure compliance with internal policies.
Vendor & Instructor Payments
- Ensure vendors and instructors are paid promptly in line with agreed terms.
- Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate payables schedules and cash-flow forecasts to support timely payments.
Month-End & Management Reporting
- Perform complete month-end and year-end closing procedures, including:
- Account reconciliations
- Vendor and payroll reconciliations
- Inventory and retail stock counts
- Prepare and submit Monthly Management Accounts on or before the 1st day of each month, including:
Financial performance summaries
- Budget vs actual analysis
- Cash-flow position
- Key risks, insights, and recommendations
Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
- Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts in collaboration with management.
- Monitor financial performance against budgets and explain variances.
- Identify risks, inefficiencies, and cost-saving or revenue-enhancing opportunities.
Pricing, Quotations & Commercial Support
- Prepare quotations for clients, partners, and vendors as required.
- Support and participate in commercial negotiations, ensuring pricing and terms align with profitability goals.
- Collaborate with the Executive Director and team to:
- Establish and periodically review pricing strategies
- Assess margins, costs, and financial viability of offerings
Tax Compliance & Statutory Obligations
- Ensure timely and accurate remittance of all statutory taxes, including:
- VAT/WHT (on or before the 21st of each month)
- PAYE (on or before the 10th of the following month)
- Prepare statutory filings and support audits.
- Be fully accountable for penalties arising from late or incorrect filings.
Audit, Controls & Compliance
- Conduct internal checks to identify discrepancies or errors.
- Organize end-of-year activities, including liaison with external auditors.
- Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory authorities and best practices.
Documentation & Systems Management
- Organize and maintain all financial files on Google Workspace.
- Ensure proper filing, version control, and accessibility of records.
- Stay updated on accounting standards, tax regulations, and industry trends.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or any other related field.
- At least 4-5 years of professional experience as an accountant or any other related capacity
- Professional certification is an added advantage
- Strong attention to detail and discipline with deadlines
- Commercial awareness and cash-flow sensitivity
- High integrity and confidentiality
- Ability to work independently and proactively
- No conflicting engagements that impair performance
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