Account & Finance officer

Responsibilities:

• Record daily financial transactions accurately and maintain general ledgers
• Prepare and process invoices, manage accounts receivable/payable and handle payroll processing
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve any discrepancies promptly
• Assist with month and year end closing processes, including balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries
• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports for management and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures and recommend improvements where necessary
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring, providing variance analysis and budget forecast
• Support financial planning by providing reports on revenue and expenditure trends
• Conducts cost analysis and expense tracking to identify opportunities for cost reduction
• Handle tax fillings, VAT returns and ensure compliance with local financial regulations
• Work closely with auditors during internal and external audits, providing necessary documents and information
• Maintain an organized and accessible filing system for financial documents and reports
• Ensure all transactions are documented in accordance with company and legal standards
• Coordinate with other departments on finance-related queries and administrative tasks

Requirements:

• Bachelor`s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting roles
• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, OR CIMA are highly advantageous
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and bookkeeping practices
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports that are clear and accurate
• High attention to detail, with the ability to identify errors and ensure data accuracy
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g, quickbooks , sage, SAP) and Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting  and interacting with team members
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and deadline
• Demonstrated integrity and ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion