Lead Accountant at Taghini Foods

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze book keeping and accounting information for internal use .
• Prepare initial draft of accounting records of transactions as specified by generally accepted accounting principle (GAAP)
• Keep track of all payments and expenditures, including payroll, purchase orders, invoice, statements, etc.
• Reconcile processed work by verify entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Maintain historical records.
• Pay employees by verify expense reports and preparing salary schedules.
• Pay vendors by scheduling payment vouchers and ensuring payment is received for outstanding credit; generally responding to all vendor enquiries regarding finance.
• Prepare analyses of account and produce monthly reports
• Continuing to improve the payment process
• Prepare profit and loss statements and assist the management in preparation of budgets, forecast, balance sheet, statement of cash flow.
• Assist the in managing its investment portfolio.
• Assume responsibility of accounting procedures.
• Evaluate the company’s performance using key data.
• Monitoring cash flow, especially during busy seasons when there is a higher risk of cash shortages.
• Make forecasts to assist business planning and decision-making.
• Conduct risk assessment and advice on ways to minimize risk.
• Advise on problems and suggest improvement.
• Supervise all lower-level personnel in the account department.
• Any other duty as assigned by line manager.

Requirements and Skills

• A  Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or similar field.
• 5 years’ experience from a similar position in an agricultural business or frozen food manufacturing business and other related manufacturing business.
• Relevant professional certification is a plus e.g. CFA, CPA, CGMA, ACCA.
• Solid understanding and experience in accounting principles.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and ability to work as part of a team.
• Adaptable to working in a fast paced, ever-changing environment, striving for continuous improvement and optimization.
• Proficiency in productivity and collaboration tools (Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace).
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels.
• Excellent communication, instructional, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.