Company Accountant at Greener Places Services (GPS)

Job Summary

The Accountant assists in managing the financial activities of the company .

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial statements and monthly reports for the Management and Board.
• Provide explanations for variances in monthly business performance reports.
• Support in daily/monthly postings to the general ledger.
• Collaborate with various departments for financial reporting and analysis.
• Assist in monthly bank reconciliation.
• Aid in the timely preparation and submission of financial reports
• Assist in reviewing journals for analysis and reporting.
• Provide support for internal and external audits
• Collaborate with other finance units such as Treasury, risk management, admin, and legal.
• Assist in annual strategic planning and budgeting.
• Prepare reports for committee meetings.
• Provide support for payables, tax, and other accounting services.
• Implement and monitor internal controls.
• Respond to auditor's comments.
• Ensure general ledger accounts reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Handle petty cash payments.
• Assist in maintaining financial systems and databases.
• Collaborate with external auditors, regulators, and tax auditors.
• Engage in team activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Requirements

The successful candidate must:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• Professional membership and a Master's degree in accounting or a related field would be advantageous.
• 1 - 3 years relevant work experience.
• Experience in financial management, reporting, and analysis.
• Familiarity with Accounts payable, receivables, and bank reconciliation.
• Interpersonal skills.

Job Knowledge:

• Familiarity with current reporting standards.
• Ability to interpret financial statements.
• Familiarity with accounting software.

Skills / Competencies:

• Analytical skills.
• Basic technological proficiency
• Basic knowledge of Excel
• Attention to detail.