Accounts Assistant

Job Summary:

The Accounts Assistant will provide essential support to the finance department by performing a variety of accounting and administrative tasks. This role involves assisting with daily financial operations, maintaining accurate records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and possesses a foundational understanding of accounting practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and processing of invoices, expense reports, and payment requests.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial records.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, journals, and filing systems.
• Support accounts payable functions, including verifying invoices, processing payments, and managing vendor inquiries.
• Support accounts receivable functions, including issuing invoices, tracking payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparing journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare basic financial reports, summaries, and analyses as required.
• Handle petty cash management and reconciliation.
• Assist with payroll processing and related documentation.
• Liaise with internal departments and external vendors/clients regarding financial matters.
• Ensure all financial transactions comply with company policies and relevant accounting standards.
• Perform general administrative duties for the finance department, such as data entry, scanning, and photocopying.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance department.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Diploma or Certificate in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1 years of experience in an accounting or finance support role.
• Foundational understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with a Xero, ERP