Assistant Accountant

Job description

The ideal candidates must have a previous experience within the marine/offshore environment. The Assistant Accountant will be charge of raising invoices, managing ledgers, processing expenses, preparing vat return etc. he must demonstrate a can do attitude and have the capability to motivate and challenge his team. Must have sound knowledge of Peachtree accounting system Must be able to use MS office Package. Must have a good knowledge of general record keeping and filling system. Minimum of 3 years experience in shipping and Oil industry. Sound communication skills and computer literate. Ability to work under pressure. Responsible for verification of invoices and processing of payments. Responsible for posting of voucher using Peachtree accounting system Preparation of bank reconciliation statement monthly. Calculation and preparation of monthly vat remittance. Remittance of monthly staff paye to the appropriate authorities a s well as a yearly return to LSIRS. Responsible of keeping proper record of creditors and debtors.