Accounting Officer

About the role

The accounting officer assists with general accounting procedures, keeps accounting records and databases accurate and up to date, and helps prepare the monthly financial statements and reports. The role sits within a finance team supervised by the Senior Accountant or CFO.

Key responsibilities

• Reconcile loans receivable accounts
• Prepare and request amendments to bank accounts
• Record wire transfers recognised as loan repayments in loan software and accounting software
• Monitor petty cash across all branches and other units
• Review and reconcile company credit cards
• Record daily Bill Express payments against loan and accounting software
• Prepare audit schedules
• Assist with fixed asset accounting
• Perform other duties related to the position or requested by the Senior Accountant or CFO

Required profile

• University degree in accounting, finance or business studies
• At least 2 years of accounting experience
• Attention to detail and ability to spot, prevent and correct accounting errors
• Ability to prioritise, meet strict deadlines and work under pressure
• Initiative to improve processes and a highly motivated, can-do attitude

Required skills

• Knowledge of IFRS, especially fixed asset accounting
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint