Job Summary
We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing various accounting functions, including fixed asset management, reconciliations, expense verification, and the preparation of management reports. This position demands precision, timeliness, and strong analytical abilities to support the financial operations and ensure the integrity of our organization’s financial data.
Key Responsibilities
The role involves handling general accounting tasks with a focus on accuracy and promptness to maintain smooth financial operations. You will be responsible for maintaining and managing all fixed assets, ensuring they are properly tracked and documented to reflect the organization’s holdings accurately.
Regular bank, cash, and institutional reconciliations are essential duties to keep financial records precise and up to date. You will also verify disbursements made to various institutes, ensuring all transactions comply with established policies and are correctly processed.
Expense verification is another critical responsibility, requiring you to review and confirm that all expenses charged are valid and properly documented. Additionally, you will prepare and present various management reports that support informed decision-making by senior leadership.
Reconciling advances on a consistent basis to ensure funds are accounted for correctly is also part of the role’s ongoing duties.
Periodic Duties
On a periodic basis, you will prepare financial statements in line with applicable accounting standards and organizational policies. Generating monthly Fixed Asset (FA) reports for both the institutes and the corporate office will be necessary to monitor the status and movement of assets.
You will compile and analyze monthly actual versus budget reports, providing valuable insights into financial performance and variances. Supporting the annual budgeting process by supplying relevant data and analysis will also be a key contribution.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should be either a part-qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or ICMA with 2 to 3 years of relevant accounting experience. Alternatively, applicants who have completed their training period and possess 10 years of relevant accounting experience will also be considered.
Skills Required
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel is essential for efficient and accurate task execution. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of financial data and reports.
A solid understanding of fundamental financial principles is necessary to effectively support the organization’s accounting functions. Additionally, good analytical and reporting skills are required to interpret financial information clearly and assist management in making informed decisions.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for accounting professionals eager to contribute to a dynamic organization while further developing their expertise in financial management and reporting. If you are committed to accuracy, timeliness, and continuous improvement in accounting practices, we encourage you to apply.