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Role Description
The Accounting Officer will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations and accounting principles, utilizing analytical skills, working with accounting software, and overseeing all accounting tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bookkeeping: Recording financial transactions, maintaining general ledgers, and ensuring accuracy of entries.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement) regularly.
- Budgeting: Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, monitor variances, and report on financial performance.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage invoices, process payments, and chase outstanding debts.
- Tax Compliance: Ensure timely preparation and filing of tax returns (e.g., VAT, income tax) and compliance with tax regulations.
- Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.
- Internal Controls: Develop and implement internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.
- Audit Support: Coordinate and assist with external audits, ensuring all necessary documentation is provided.
- Financial Systems: Utilize accounting software to manage financial transactions and generate reports.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on relevant accounting standards and regulations and ensure compliance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA certification is a plus
- Experience in Finance and Accounting
- Financial Statements and Analytical Skills
- Proficiency in Accounting Software and MS Office, especially Excel
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Analytical skills to interpret financial data and prepare reports
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.