Junior Accountant

Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs) for Junior AccountantReporting to: Head AccountantOverall Objective: Support daily accounting operations, ensure accurate record-keeping, and assist in financial reporting and compliance activities. 1.Account Reconciliations · Perform regular reconciliations of various accounts (Bank, Credit Card, Buyer & supplier statements) · Investigate and resolve any discrepancies found during reconciliations · Maintain accurate records of all reconciliation activities 2.Voucher and Transaction Entry · Process and enter financial transactions accurately and timely into the accounting system · Ensure proper accounting entries of all transactions according to the chart of accounts · Maintain supporting documentation for all entries 3.Accounts Payable Management · Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payment of bills · Maintain accurate vendor records and manage vendor inquiries · Assist in preparing accounts payable reports 4.Accounts Receivable Support · Assist in generating customer invoices accurately and timely · Support collection efforts by providing necessary documentation · Help maintain customer account records 5.Cash Management · Handle and record cash transactions accurately · Prepare daily cash reports and assist in cash flow monitoring · Ensure proper controls and security measures for cash handling 6.Financial Reporting Assistance · Assist the Head Accountant in preparing financial reports · Gather and compile financial data for various reports · Help in maintaining schedules and working papers for financial statements 7.Compliance Support · Assist in gathering information for tax returns and other statutory filings · Help maintain records necessary for audits and compliance checks · Stay informed about basic accounting regulations and standards 8.General Ledger Maintenance · Assist in maintaining the general ledger · Help in month-end and year-end closing processes · Support in reconciling general ledger accounts 9.Document Management · Maintain organized files of all financial documents, both physical and digital · Ensure easy retrieval of financial information when needed · Assist in implementing and maintaining document retention policies 10.System and Process Support · Use accounting software efficiently for daily tasks · Suggest improvements for accounting processes when identified · Assist in data entry and maintenance of financial databases 11.Administrative Support · Provide general administrative support to the finance department · Assist in preparing correspondence related to financial matters · Help coordinate meetings and maintain department calendars as needed

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