Executive / Senior Executive - Accounts

Job description

eduaid is looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Executive / Senior Executive - Accounts to support the organisation's day-to-day accounting, financial record-keeping, reporting and compliance activities. The successful candidate will maintain accurate accounting records, process financial transactions, prepare reconciliations and management reports, support VAT and tax-related activities, and follow up on outstanding customer payments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date cash books, bank books and ledgers
• Prepare, verify and post vouchers and other financial entries into the accounting system
• Process and maintain receipt vouchers, payment vouchers and journal vouchers
• Review financial transactions and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements and investigate discrepancies where required
• Prepare computerised financial statements, schedules and reports as required by management
• Handle and support VAT and tax-related activities, documentation and compliance requirements
• Follow up with customers through calls and emails regarding outstanding payments and receivables
• Support management with relevant financial information and reporting

Requirements

• Relevant academic qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration or a related discipline
• Relevant professional experience in accounting, finance or a similar role
• Good understanding of general accounting principles and practices
• Practical knowledge of cash book, bank book and ledger maintenance
• Sound knowledge of VAT and tax-related accounting activities
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Skills

• Accounting
• Accounts Receivable
• Bank Reconciliation
• Bookkeeping
• Financial Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• General Ledger
• Microsoft Excel
• Tax
• VAT