Final Accounts Officer

Job Purpose

To prepare accounting records in the Accounts Receivables Sub-Ledger and General Ledger modules, and to maintain and store these records in accordance with established procedures; to facilitate timely collection of debt; to ensure that the accounting information is maintained in accordance with IPSAS, GAAP, FAA Act and established organizational guidelines. 

Key Responsibilities:

Technical/Professional Responsibilities 

• Prepares journals with accompanying supporting documents in relation to monthly revenue and expenditure for approval 
• Updates General Ledger with revenue and expenditure monthly to ensure timely and accurate generation of financial information 
• Maintains deposit Account 
• Assists with the monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts
• Ensure that all revenue transactions are recorded in the Sub-ledgers;
• Preparation of audit schedules to support monthly financial reporting and facilitate year end audits; 
• Assist with the provision of Client delinquency reports; 
• Assists in the provision of information/documentation to internal and external auditors; 
• Assists in preparation of response to audit queries; 

Other Responsibilities 

• Performs other related duties assigned from time to time by the Supervisor 

Required Skills/Competencies

The post-holder should be able to demonstrate: 

• Good communication skills 
• Good interpersonal skills 
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles 
• Sound knowledge in relevant computer applications particularly Sage Accpac
• Competence in the preparation of journals and maintenance of general ledger accounts 
• A working knowledge of financial and accounting principles and procedures including the FAA Act 
• Sound work ethics 

Minimum Required Qualifications and Experience:

The following qualification is required: 

• Five (5) GCE O’ Level or CXC subjects including English Language and a numeric subject 
• AAT (Level 1) or CAT (Level A) OR Certificate in Accounting from an accredited institution 
• Two (2) years on the job work experience 

We appreciate all responses, but only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.