ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

Core Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process vendor invoices, track customer payments, generate bills, and collect overdue accounts.
• Bookkeeping & Data Entry: Record daily financial transactions, update ledgers, and maintain accurate accounting databases.
• Reconciliation: Perform regular bank and account reconciliations to verify that cash records and totals balance.
• Financial Reporting Support: Assist senior accountants with month-end or year-end closing, budget tracking, and preparing basic financial statements.
• General Administration: Handle office communication, file financial documents, and respond to vendor or client billing inquiries.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Software Proficiency: Working knowledge of spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel) and accounting software like QuickBooks, Zero, NYOB.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data entry and math to reduce manual errors.
• Communication: Professional verbal and written skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Organization: Ability to prioritize tasks, meet strict financial deadlines, and manage time efficiently.

Qualifications & Entry

• Education: Typically requires a diploma or a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Experience: Often structured as an entry-level role where candidates can build experience toward becoming a full accountant or chartered