Group Accountant

The Group Accountant will have the responsibility to provide assistance to the Group Operations Manager in the production of timely and appropriate financial information for decision-making purposes.

Principal Responsibilities

• Book keep all group transactions
• Preparation of management accounts on monthly basis for all the Group Entities
• Preparation of financial statements on yearly basis
• Liaison with External Auditors
• Assist the Group Operations Manager in planning, preparation of reports and budgets
• Raising invoices as and when requested
• Update debtors listing and follow up on outstanding invoices
• Preparing monthly and quarterly VAT listing and arrange for filing
• Preparing monthly and annual TDS return and arrange for filing
• Completion of annual return and arrange for filing with regulatory body
• Completion of regulatory surveys as and when required
• Submission of return of employees, VAT and corporate tax returns to respective authorities
• Liaison with other locations and internal and external parties for financial information

 Education, Qualification, Knowledge & Skills

• Relevant degree in Accounting or Financial-related subject or CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent with at least 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Advanced IT skills, including Excel (pivot table, look ups), financial accounting and reporting packages
• Strong technical accounting skills, including excellent understanding of double-entry book keeping, month and year end procedures and balance sheet accounting
• Verbal and written skills necessary for dealing with individuals when providing support and in responding to emails
• Excellent organisational skills to plan, to prioritise and deliver operational workload within the team
• Understanding of financial and management accounting systems
• Ability to manipulate and interpret high volumes of data
• Ability to identify risks associated with client transactions, evaluate them and take decisions
• Ability to demonstrate a methodical approach and strong attention to detail
• Ability to work on own initiative and effectively as part of a team
• Ability to operate with confidence and integrity