Assists in formulating budgetary and accounting policies
Prepares financial statements for boards of directors, management, shareholders, and governing and statutory bodies
Conducts financial investigations, prepares reports, undertaking audits and advises on matters such as the purchase and sale of businesses, mergers, capital financing, suspected fraud, insolvency and taxation
Examines operating costs and income and expenditure
Provides assurance about the accuracy of information contained in financial reports and compliance with statutory requirements
Provides financial and taxation advice on business structures, plans and operations
Prepares tax returns
Manages funds
Introduces and maintains accounting systems, and advises on the selection and application of computer-based accounting systems
Maintains internal control systems
May appraise cash flow and financial risk of capital investment projects
Maintain and update accounting records and files
Analyze budgets and create expense reports
Examine tax policies and handle tax payments and returns
Meet with clients to discuss confidential accounting issues
Post transactions and categorize records in the general ledger (e.g., by assets, liabilities, and expenses)
Reconcile bank statements
Analyze transactions with internal and external stakeholders
Conduct month-end and year-end closures
Prepare documents for audits
Advise clients on financial issues via email or phone
Apply new accounting policies and ensure compliance with rules and regulations
Report to the Accounting Manager and work to improve financial processes
Excellent use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel; proficient with spreadsheets
Knowledge of an accounting information system is a plus
Strong mathematical skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; MSc is a plus
