Accountant

As an Accountant, under the supervision of the CFO, you will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of all accounting tasks for the company account.

Responsibilities:

1. Accounting operation

• To perform general ledger journal entries timely and accurately
• Handle supplier and customer reminders and disputes
• Reconcile invoices with purchase orders and receipts notes
• Perform account reconciliation for suppliers and customers
• Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations

2. Tax and Treasury

• To monitor/Process daily bank statement
• Ensure that payments are made by the due date and that sufficient bank balance is available before initiating payments
• Ensure all payments are immediately applied to relevant invoices and that there are no unapplied invoices
• Monitor cash-flow and conduct customer reminders and follow-ups for overdue payments

• Assisting CFO for preparing and filing returns with MRA: Statement of goods and services, Annual /monthly TDS, VAT Returns
• Ensure all tax and other statutory payments are completed on a timely basis
• Ensure that all relevant backups are stored in the appropriate location

4. Accounting closing and audits

• Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed on a timely basis
• Participate in the month end close process and ensure completion within the prescribed deadlines
• To support the audit process (internal and external) in the most efficient way

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and may evolve according to the company’s needs.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in accounting software (SAP, SAGE, CEGID, etc.)
• Strong command in MS Office, especially MS Excel
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage priorities
• Ability to work autonomously, paying attention to details and meet the deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team

Profile Sought:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or ACCA level 2, or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in general accounting or supplier accounting.
• Proficiency in French and English both spoken and written