Junior Accountant

JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

The Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) is a semi-autonomous governmental agency whose mission is to develop and promote sustainable tourism in Guyana through collaboration to maximise local socio-economic and conservation outcomes and improve the travellers' experience.

We are seeking a Junior Accountant who is experienced, motivated, and detailoriented to join our dynamic team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to contribute meaningfully to the growth and development of Guyana's tourism sector while working in a collaborative, serviceoriented environment grounded in integrity, accountability, and excellence.

Key responsibilities of the Junior Accountant include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the preparation, compilation, and timely dissemination of monthly financial reports.
• Maintain accurate records of cash floats, petty cash, vouchers, cheque disbursements, income, and bank statements.
• Process payments and prepare supporting documentation, including cheque vouchers, petty cash vouchers, and bank transfers.
• Manage daily petty cash disbursements and recoupments, and update cash books accordingly.
• Support the preparation of monthly payroll, deductions, salary bank deposits, payslips, gratuity, and leave payments.
• Maintain financial records, asset registers, and inventory of real property and equipment.
• Input payment vouchers and assist with general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and expense reporting.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and departmental budget submissions.
• Provide guidance to department heads on budget preparation and expenditure tracking.
• Assist with the management of procurement processes in compliance with National Procurement and Tender Administration regulations and GTA's internal policies.
• Support audits by liaising with external auditors and preparing required documentation.Assist with the computation of taxes and preparation of tax-related documentation in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Support the management and reporting of donor-funded programmes to ensure alignment with donor requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date Government accounting systems and standards.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications for the Junior Accountant position include:

• Minimum Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Level II OR a Diploma in Accounting with at least 4-5 years relevant working experience.
• Demonstrated experience in Government Accounting, procurement procedures, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Accounting Software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and achieve targets within defined timelines.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience. Benefits include travel allowance, duty allowance, vacation allowance, and gratuity. 90day introductory period applies to all new positions.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

A cover letter

• A detailed resume
• Salary requirements

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to submit two reference letters, including at least one from a direct supervisor or manager.