Senior Accounts Executive

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE - Fully or partly ACCA, ACA qualified or equivalent qualifications (a Degree in Accounting would be an advantage). - At least 3 years’ Accounting experience in the Global Business Sector (Experience in an audit firm, preferably Big Four may be considered)

Job Description

• Preparation of accounting schedule and maintenance of the accounting file,
• Maintaining proper books of accounts on the relevant accounting systems,
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly accounts and at such frequency as required by clients,
• Working on complex accounting issues with limited assistance of senior staff,
• Preparation of accounts under IFRS format,
• Review of statutory financial statements,
• To provide on-the-job support to a team of Client Accountants,
• To monitor the day-to-day management of Clients’ accounts,
• Prepare audit timetable and agree same with all concerned parties,
• Ensure financial statements are audited and filed with FSC within statutory deadline,
• Filing of quarterly report with FSC and preparation of reports for survey,
• Liaise with clients, auditors and other parties,
• Preparation and filings of VAT, NPS, PAYE and TDS returns,
• Gather information and draft reply to queries from MRA from compliance perspective,
• To adhere and complete all assignments in line with the company standard procedures.

 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Fully or partly ACCA, ACA qualified or equivalent qualifications (a Degree in Accounting would be an advantage).
• At least 3 years’ Accounting experience in the Global Business Sector (Experience in an audit firm, preferably Big Four shall be considered)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel Skill

OTHER REQUISITES:

• Fluent in oral and written English and French.
• Self- motivated, proactive with team oriented behaviour.
• Able to handle pressure and prioritise to meet tight deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Sound analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good knowledge of IFRS/IAS.
• Knowledge of accounting software (such as QuickBooks) would be an advantage.