Accounts Assistant

Reporting to the Finance & Administration Manager, the position holder will be responsible for the delivery of management accounts support to the business through partnering with the Unit Managers and ensure that financial controls are in place and working.
Knowledge and Experience
Degree Holder preferably Business and Accounting Qualification (CPA/ACCA)
At least 4 years of management accounting experience in manufacturing operation

Responsibilities

Ensures all month-end returns are received at the Accounts Department on time for ledger updates;
Validates Cash, Payroll and Stocks Journals before interface and verifies manually posted vouchers before posting to ledger;

Carries out concise and timely monthly reconciliations for Cash, Stocks, Payroll and Clearance accounts and advise the Finance & Administration Manager for the appropriate corrective action;

Prepares and issues unit cost of production reports and variance reports;

Carries out training to unit managers and clerical staff on accounting issues as stipulated in the Accounting instructions manual/guidelines with the guidance of the Finance & Administration Manager;

Supports the departmental forecasting/budgeting process by providing the historical and projected figures and other necessary budget support;

Prepares and maintains a management checklist on a monthly basis which lists all control issues;

Prepares provisions, accruals, and prepayments by preparing a list showing movements from one month to another on a monthly basis which is then agreed, checked and approved by Finance & Administration Manager.

Job Requirements
Required education
: Bachelor's degree

Required relevant work experience
: 3 years

Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)