Overview of the Role🔍
The Assistant Accountant will assist the Accountant in achieving accurate and timely accounting information, sound financial controls and financial processes improvements.
Key Responsibilities 📋
• Keep accurate company ledgers and records of daily financial transactions, ensuring all financial activities are documented in compliance with accounting principles.
• Work closely with superiors and team members to execute accounting tasks effectively, sharing knowledge and supporting team objectives.
• Regularly review financial statements, ledgers, and accounts for accuracy, and make necessary adjustments or corrections to ensure financial integrity.
• Prepare and file Value Added Tax (VAT) and Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) returns monthly or as required by tax laws, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Generate financial reports periodically to provide critical financial information to the finance team, aiding in decision-making and financial planning.
• Conduct reconciliation of direct debtor accounts when necessary, ensuring that all sales transactions are accurately recorded and accounted for.
• Maintain regular communication with suppliers, reconciling supplier statements with the accounting system to ensure accuracy in accounts payable.
• Enter all relevant bills into the accounting system promptly, ensuring that expenses are accurately captured and categorized.
• Accurately account for depreciation, accruals, prepayments, and payroll, maintaining consistency and compliance with accounting standards.
• Participate in physical checks of inventory and property, plant, and equipment (PPE) to verify the accuracy of records and the condition of assets.
• Ensure that intercompany balances and transactions are reconciled on a regular basis, facilitating smooth financial interactions between different parts of the business.
• Perform bank reconciliations as directed, and maintain the Fixed Asset register, ensuring all assets are properly accounted for.
• Help in preparing and finalizing monthly accounts, and contribute to the forecasting and budgeting processes on a quarterly and yearly basis respectively.
• Liaise with various departments to ensure expenses and payments are recorded accurately and follow up on the process of payments, including obtaining necessary signatures and ensuring timely dispatch.
• Prepare schedules for external and/or internal auditors, follow company policies and procedures, and contribute to team development and training, ensuring a high level of team efficiency and compliance.
Ideal Candidate Profile 🎯
• Diploma / Degree in Accounting and/or Finance from a recognized institution
• ACCA Level 2 would be an advantage
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
What's in it for you? 🎁
• Medical Insurance – Benefit from medical coverage, for you and your dependent(s), with 50% company contribution.
• 24Hrs Personal Accident Cover – Up to Rs 100,000 cover for accidents, 24/7.
• Pension Scheme – Enjoy a pension plan with company contributions for your future.
• Company Doctor Services – Free on-site medical consultations for your health needs.
• Performance Bonus – Earn a bonus for your hard work.
• Incredible discounts at our restaurants – Save 25% at Domino’s Pizza and 15% at Ocean Basket.
• Exclusive Employee Discounts – Benefit from a wide range of discounts with ENL & Rogers Mobile App.
• Wedding & Newborn Gifts – Celebrate major life events with special company gifts.
• Instant Leave Benefits – Earn 1 annual and 1 sick leave monthly from day one.
• Birthday Leave – Celebrate your Birthday with 1 additional day on top of your entitled local leave.
• Career Growth & Internal Mobility – Find diverse career and internal mobility options within our various clusters.
• Learning & Development – Grow with training and development opportunities through our Training Academy.