JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT – TeQwise Business Innovation

JOB DESCRIPTION & SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

A second- hand motor car dealer is looking for an ambitious Junior Accountant to provide support to the Accounts department by managing daily accounting tasks. You will be part of accounts team working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances.

Responsibilities include:

· Posting and processing journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded

· Updating accounts receivable and issue invoices

· Updating accounts payable and perform reconciliations

· Carry out Bank reconciliations on monthly basis

· Handle cash from customers

· Maintain and control inventory

· Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines

· Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned

· Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed

· Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports

· Assist in payroll processing, submission and payment of PAYE and FNPF

· Preparation and lodgement of VAT returns online

· Attending to lodgements of documents with Registrar of Companies.

Preparing financial statements and reporting are a large part of the Junior Accountant’s day-to-day work. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail.

The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition. This way it can make the right decisions and accomplish long term success.

Requirements and skills

· Proven experience as a Junior Accountant

· Excellent organizing abilities

· Great attention to detail

· Good with numbers and figures and an analytical acumen

· Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices

· Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software – MYOB

· Group 2 Driving Licence

Qualification

– Diploma/Degree in Accounting or relevant field.

Experience

– At least 2-year experience in relevant field with thorough knowledge of MYOB.