Junior Accountant at Future One Africa Network - FOAN Group

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Junior Accountant may include: 

• Data Entry: Recording financial transactions into accounting software from source documents such as invoices, receipts, and bank statements. 
• Journal Entry Posting: Creating and posting journal entries for various transactions, including sales, purchases, payroll, and expenses. 
• Account Reconciliation: Matching and verifying account balances between different records to ensure accuracy. 
• Accounts Receivable Management: Tracking outstanding, and following up on payments. 
• Accounts Payable Management: Processing vendor invoices and ensuring timely payments. 
• Bank Statement Reconciliation: Comparing bank statements to internal records to identify discrepancies. 
• Financial Reporting: Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. 
• Payroll Processing: Assisting with payroll calculations and data entry for employee salaries and deductions. 
• General Ledger Maintenance: Updating and maintaining the general ledger with accurate
• financial information. 

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent. 
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks). 
• Proven experience as a Junior Accountant. 
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and standards. 
• Good communication and teamwork skills. 
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. 
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software. 
• Certifications (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) are a plus but not required.