Accounts Officer at Excellium

About the job

• Excellium who provides accounting services, is seeking a detail-oriented,reliable and an experienced Accounts Officer to join our dynamic team.
• In this crucial role, you will partner with diverse customers across various industries, assisting them with their bookkeeping, financial reporting, and other accounting needs, ensuring financial accuracy and timely service.

Responsibilities:

Customers Management:

• Build and maintain positive relationships with assigned customers, understanding their specific business needs and accounting practices.
• Process customer invoices and manage accounts payable efficiently.
• Handle customer inquiries and requests promptly and professionally.

Bookkeeping & Processing:

• Accurately record and categorize daily financial transactions for assigned clients using industry-standard accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage,Microsoft Dynamic, Zoho Finance, etc).
• Reconcile bank statements and accounts payable on a regular basis.
• Prepare and update general ledgers and journals with meticulous accuracy.
• Manage accounts receivable processes, including invoicing and collections.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  • Generate accurate and timely financial reports for clients, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide valuable insights to clients.
  • Assist with tax preparation and filing (optional, depending on the scope of the role).

Compliance & Tax:

• Stay up-to-date on relevant accounting regulations and tax laws.
• Ensure client accounting practices adhere to industry standards and best practices.
• Communicate necessary tax information to clients and tax professionals (optional).

Additional Tasks:

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes and workflows.
• Assist with onboarding new clients and transitioning them to our services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• Certification in ICAN/ACCA will be an added advantage
• 1-2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping, preferably in a client-facing role.
• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Accounting, Zoho Books, Excel etc).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptability and ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.