Accountant & Finance Officer

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• An Account & Finance Officer /Finance intern will work under the supervision of the business services Manager and must follow the accounting and administrative process
• To collect, understand, process, verify and report accounting related-information to his/her vertical head
• Be given professional analytical and management support work assignments
• Assistance may be required in the preparation of monthly or weekly financial reports
• Develop and utilize spreadsheets, databases and other computer applications
• Manage specialized information, reports, forms dealing with fees, billing, tracking of projects etc
• Enter information into the financial accounting system of the company. Knowleged in Quick-Booking will be an added advantage
• Processing, recording, verifying, and posting receipts and transactions for goods sold or services rendered.
• Investigating and resolving account discrepancies.
• Maintaining records regarding payments and account statuses.
• Performing administrative and clerical tasks, such as data entry, preparing invoices, sending bill reminders, filing paperwork, and contacting clients to discuss their accounts when necessary.
• Maintaining proper ledger account of all debtors, tracking receivables and process receivables reports.
• Reconciliation of customer ledger and company bank accounts at the end of every month and reporting on discrepancies.
• Ensuring timely payment of bills and institutionary contributions.
• Performing other duties when needed.
• Maintaining confidentiality of financial records.

Skills and Specifications:

• Must have knowledge of the basic principles and practices of accounting and financial analysis
• Must be able to collect, evaluate and interpret data, in both statistical and narrative form
• Should be capable of preparing files and maintaining records and documentation
• Should have good written and oral communication skills
• Other skills required are related to problem solving, entering and verifying data, knowledge of computers, various software applications and standard office equipment

Requirements:

• Excellent computer skills and impeccable knowledge of MS Office, mainly Excel and Word
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, record-keeping, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clients and internal departments.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work comfortably in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-disciplined with the ability and desire to learn and grow with the company.

Qualification Required:

• A minimum of Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution, a professional training ( Acca Level 2 or CA Level 2 )
• Years of Experience: At least 2 to 3 years of proven experience in similar role.

Location: Accra

Employment Type: Full Time