General accounting staff

The General Accounting Staff is responsible for handling financial transactions, ensuring proper accounting procedures, and maintaining accurate financial records. This role involves managing accounts, processing payments, reconciling accounts, and providing reports to ensure the company’s financial operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Proven experience in general accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, or any ERP system).
• Strong understanding of tax regulations, financial reporting, and accounting principles.
• High attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for reporting, reconciliation, and analysis.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with both internal teams and external clients/vendors.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Management:

• Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Perform financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivable and payable data.
• Post bank deposits and ensure proper recording in the accounting system.
• Reconcile accounts receivable and payable ledgers to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.

Financial Reporting and Reconciliation:

• Prepare and produce regular financial reports, including budgets, cash flow forecasts, and monthly reports for management review.
• Reconcile balance sheets and general ledger accounts regularly to ensure accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts and financial transactions.
• Prepare analyses of accounts and provide insights for improving financial performance.

Payroll and Payment Processing:

• Assist in payroll processing and ensure employee expenses and paychecks are issued correctly.
• Handle and approve client or supplier payments according to company guidelines.
• Ensure timely processing of payments for outstanding credits or invoices.

Customer and Vendor Management:

• Verify discrepancies and resolve clients' billing issues to ensure timely payments.
• Ensure payments to suppliers are processed on time and that invoices are accurate.

Data Entry and Maintenance:

• Maintain and update financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting regulations.
• Keep track of all payments, expenditures, and financial transactions, including invoices, purchase orders, statements, and receipts.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously improve accounting and payment processing procedures for efficiency and accuracy.
• Suggest improvements to streamline accounting processes and enhance operational effectiveness.

Compliance and Legal Standards:

• Ensure compliance with legal accounting standards and internal company policies.
• Maintain historical financial records and documentation in line with regulatory requirements.

Audit Support:

• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate and timely financial records.
• Assist in identifying and resolving accounting irregularities, mistakes, or potential fraud.

BENEFITS:

• Company Christmas gift
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for promotion
• Paid toll fees
• Promotion to permanent employee Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay:

• 13th month salary
• Overtime pay