Senior Executive, Accounts - #1090512

About the Role:

The Senior Executive, Accounts supports the finance department in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department. 

He/ She is involved in work that is specific to accounts receivable, accounts payable, tax filing, data compilation, billing, or other accounting tasks. 

In some instances, he/ she may work specifically with accruals, fixed assets accounting or the monthly and yearly finalization of accounts for audit purposes.     

The Accounts Executive may also assist with the preparation of trial balance, basic financial statements, and simple consolidated financial statements. 

He / she may be called on to participate in ad-hoc finance-related projects and systems testing when necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting:

• Perform month-end closing activities and ensure accurate financial records.
• Record and process all business transactions, including sales, purchases, receivables, payables, inventory, accruals, prepayments, and finance costs.
• Reconcile customer and supplier account balances, ensuring accuracy.
• Prepare and compile business documentation for banking processes.

Business Transactions & IT Tools:

• Enter accurate data into the accounting system and ensure timely reports.
• Use IT systems for data analysis and retrieve reports for management.
• Provide regular reports including daily/monthly cash flow, monthly invoices, project expenses, debtor/creditor control, and purchase summaries for VVIP customers.

Team Coaching & Guidance:

• Guide and train new Accounts/Finance team members.
• Ensure all staff adhere to the department’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications:

• Minimum Diploma or Degree in Accounting & Finance or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant working experience as an Accounts Executive.