Assistant Accountant

We are looking for a dynamic Assistant Accountant to join our Team at our Head Office at Mapou.

Overview of role:

The Assistant Accountant will assist the Accountant in achieving accurate and timely accounting information, sound financial controls and financial processes improvements.

Main Responsibilties:

• Maintain company ledgers and daily financial transactions.                                                 
• Collaborate with superiod and other team members to successfully execute various accounting tasks                                                                                                    
• Verify financial statements, ledgers and accounts and making corrections where appropriate                                                                                                 
• Prepare VAT and TDS return on a monthly basis or as and when required.                       
• Complete financial reports on a regular basis and provide information to the finance team                                                                                             
• Reconciliation of direct debtors where required                                                                        
• Follow up with suppliers and perform reconciliation of suppliers statement of accounts with system                                                                                           
• Input all relevant bills on system                                                                                         
• Perform accurate accounting for depreciation, accruals, prepayments and payroll purposes                                                                                                      
• Participate in inventory stock take and PPE physical check                                                   
• Ensure proper reconciliation of intercompany balances and transactions made on a regular basis.                                                                                                  
• Record and update Fixed Asset register and prepayments                                                     
• Prepare and completing bank reconciliations as requested by superior                           
• Update on system for interco invoices and recharges                                                             
• Assist Superior for preparation and finalisation of accounts on a monthly basis, forecast on a quarterly basis and budget on a yearly basis.                                                                  
• Process of bank statement (Credit Cards/Cash/Cheque collection)                                  
• Assist in the preparation of monthly / quarterly  summary analysis and statistics related to financial aspect                                                                                                  
• Liaise with different departments for any expenses incurred to ensure proper recording are done accurately (bills/payments)                                                                                        
• Track all relevant payments and follow up for signatures                                                        
• Ensure that payments have been properly despatched on time and accurate filing done                                                                                    
• Prepare schedules for external and/ or internal auditors                                                        
• Follow up and update reports requested by superior.                                                              
• Take minutes in meetings and other administrative duties                                                     
• Participate in special projects as deemed necessary                                                               
• Assist superior / Accountant to implement SOPs & Audit file                                               
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures at all times                                 
• Take part in training and implement accordingly                                                                        
• Conduct and ensure that employees receive adequate and satisfactory on-the-job training                                                                                                 
• Keep his superior informed about all unusual matters concerning any plans affecting his/her area                                                                                            
• Ensure that discipline prevails within the team and communicate any disciplinary issues to superior / HR Manager                                                                                             
• Play an active role in the team                                                                                           
• Assist in the building of an efficient team by taking interest in the welfare, safety and development                                                                                                    
• Establish and maintain effective employee relations     
• Ensure respective TMs are operating as per S&H regulations and policies