Junior Accountant

• Processing and Recording Transactions: Entering financial data, such as invoices, receipts, and payments, into accounting software.
• Account Reconciliation: Ensuring the accuracy of financial records by comparing internal data with external statements like bank statements.
• Maintaining Ledgers: Managing and updating general and subsidiary ledgers.
• Preparing Financial Statements: Assisting in the preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Managing payments to suppliers and tracking money owed by customers.
• Payroll Processing: Assisting with the calculation and processing of employee salaries and related taxes.
• Data Entry and Analysis: Maintaining accurate financial databases and assisting with basic financial analysis.
• Compliance: Ensuring adherence to company policies and relevant accounting regulations.
• Reporting: Preparing regular reports on financial activities.
• Supporting Senior Accountants: Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures, audits, and other accounting projects.

Essential Skills:

• Technical Proficiency:
  • Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP or other relevant standards).
  • Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Xero).
  • Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data and identify discrepancies.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous and accurate in handling financial information.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Communication Skills: Clear written and verbal communication to interact with colleagues and explain financial information.
• Mathematical Aptitude: Comfortable working with numbers and performing calculations.
• Time Management: Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload.
• Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with others in the finance department.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve basic accounting issues.
• Ethics and Integrity: Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive financial information responsibly.

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is often required
• 1+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Advanced Excel skills, including knowledge of transportation-related formulas and functions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills