Junior Accountant at one of the West Africa's leading industrial groups

Our client is one of the West Africa's leading industrial groups.

Junior Accountant

Job Description

Assists auditors for the purpose of providing supporting documentation and/or information on internal process that is required for audit.

Assists in performing general ledger accounting functions as needed and/or assigned (e.g. general ledger, purchasing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that department functions are completed in an accurate and timely manner during short times of need.

Compiles a wide variety of financial information related to work assignments for the purpose of providing required documentation and/or processing information.

Informs other staff regarding procedural requirements for the purpose of facilitating financial compliance within established practices.

Maintains a wide variety of financial information, files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.

Participates in meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.

Processes a wide variety of financial information for the purpose of updating and distributing information and/or complying with established accounting practices.

Provides support to other departmental personnel regarding procedures and program requirements for the purpose of ensuring efficient processing in compliance within district policy and established regulatory guidelines.

Reconciles a wide variety of financial data for the purpose of maintaining accurate account balances and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices.

Researches discrepancies of financial information and/or documentation for the purpose of ensuring the accuracy and adhering to established procedures prior to processing.

Responds to inquiries from a wide variety of sources (e.g. district employees, vendors, auditors, etc.) for the purpose of facilitating communication and/or providing guidance among several parties; and providing information and/or referral for addressing inquiry

Reviews financial information for the purpose of identifying potential budget variances, compiling statistical information and conforming to established financial practices and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

BSc. Accounting

2+ years of experience

Must have worked in a major FMCG

Must be a chartered accountant

Method of Application

Interested candidates should send their CVs to:cchi@bestsearchrecruitment.com