Job Description:
The Accounts Clerk will be responsible for accurately processing financial transactions, maintaining financial records, and providing support to the finance department. They will assist in preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations. The Accounts Clerk will also provide general administrative support to the finance department.
Requirements:
– Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
– Tertiary qualification in finance (advantageous).
– Proven experience as an Accounts Clerk or similar role.
– Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office applications, especially Excel.
– Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
– Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
– Strong organizational and time management skills.
– Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
– Strong communication skills.
– Familiarity with accounting standards and regulations.
– Knowledge of tax laws and experience in tax preparation (asset).
– Professionalism and integrity in handling financial information.
Skills:
– Accurate processing of invoices, purchase orders, and expense claims.
– Reconciliation of bank statements and other financial records.
– Preparation and maintenance of financial reports.
– Assistance in tax return preparation and filing.
– Monitoring and follow-up on accounts receivable and payables.
– Maintenance of accurate financial records.
– Support in month-end and year-end closings.
– Analysis of financial data and identification of trends.
– Assistance in internal audits.
– General administrative support to the finance department.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepare, verify, and process invoices, purchase orders, and expense claims accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper recording and classification of financial transactions.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial records regularly.
• Assist in creating and maintaining financial reports.
• Assist in preparing and filing tax returns.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding accounts receivable and payables.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closings.
• Support the analysis of financial data and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Assist in conducting internal audits.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance department.
Closing Date:
N/A