Assistant Accountant (PARURE)
- Port Louis
- 31,000 - 40,000
- Permanent
- Added 18/03/2024
- Closing 17/04/2024
The sister company of Poncini, is recruiting an Assistant Accountant to join their team and support the accountant on a daily basis.
We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Accountant to join our finance team of Parure, the sister Company of Poncini. As an Assistant Accountant at Parure, you will play a crucial role in supporting financial operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and contributing to the overall success of the finance department.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Perform bank reconciliations – Also monitor and liaise with banks for all operational queries.
- Processing expense requests
- Input and monitor transactions in accounting software.
- Help in the preparation and presentation of monthly management accounts, and analytical reports in collaboration with accountant and as per timing and requirements set by the management.
- Assist in the preparation of payroll.
- Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and financial statements and liaise with external auditors as and when required.
- Assist in the preparation of reports as required by law, regulations and company policies.
- Establish and maintain relationships with retail shops, related parties and appropriate outside contacts that interact with the department.
- Ensure that monthly and yearly Statutory Returns are submitted as prescribed by legislation.
- Maintain the accounting system and keep records of all company transactions.
- Ensure team's activities and reports are in compliance with accounting principles and adhere to the company policies.
- Overview stock entries.
- Assist in the preparation of sales & stock reports.
- Overlook pricing and margins.
- Assist in staff training.
- Execute any other cognate duties as may be necessary in the circumstances as required by the employer.
- Updating and maintaining procedural documentation
Qualifications & Experience :
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- ACCA 2 qualified
- A minimum of 5-years practical experience in a finance or accounting sector.
- An experience in audit would be an advantage.
- Conversant with Microsoft Office package and accounting software.
- Excellent negotiation skills and multi-tasking abilities.
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of Tax and VAT issues and procedures.
Candidate’s Profile :
- Ability to prioritize own workload and those within a team.
- Proactive, self-disciplined and rigorous with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Fluent in English and French (oral and written)
- Good communication and interpersonal skill.
- Candidate must be polyvalent.
- Strong understanding of financial principles and regulations.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Parure is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.