General Accountant
Job Description
- Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
- Prepare and post journal entries related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other financial activities.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
- Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Manage accounts payable, including processing invoices, making payments, and ensuring vendor relations are maintained.
- Oversee accounts receivable processes, including invoicing clients and monitoring outstanding receivables to ensure timely collection.
- Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets, providing insights and variance analyses as needed
- Support the forecasting process by gathering data and collaborating with other departments.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
- Participate in the implementation and monitoring of internal control procedures to safeguard financial assets.
- Prepare documentation and support for internal and external audits, ensuring all requested information is provided on time.
- Assist in the resolution of audit findings and recommendations.
- Work closely with team members and other departments to resolve issues and streamline accounting processes.
Job Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Prior Work Experience:
- 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in the financial services or microfinance sector.
Skills & Abilities:
- Proficiency in accounting software (such as QuickBooks, SAP, or other ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Knowledge:
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations, particularly in the microfinance or financial services sector.