Senior Accounting Officer

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Reporting Prepare financial statements with commentary. Conduct General Ledger (GL) reconciliations. Perform balance sheet reconciliations. Compile supporting schedules for month-end reviews. Approve all journal entries. Accounts Payable & Tax Management Process invoices and book expense accruals. Maintain expense accrual schedules. Reconcile bank transactions and vendor accounts. Manage tax-related matters, including Withholding Tax (WHT), Value Added Tax (VAT), and Corporate Income Tax (CIT). Handle prepayments and ensure accurate tax filings. Revenue & Accounts Receivables Manage accounts receivable and ensure timely collections. Oversee revenue recognition processes. Handle intercompany accounting transactions. Manage customer advance receipts and amortization. Inventory & Fixed Assets Management Maintain inventory accounting, valuation, and reporting. Monitor and report inventory movements and adjustments. Oversee fixed asset accounting, valuation, and recognition. Ensure proper monitoring and reporting of fixed assets SUPERVISORY ROLES N/A INTERNAL RELATIONS Coordinate with all departments to obtain accurate and timely data for financial reporting. EXTERNAL RELATIONS Maintain contacts with company’s clients, Auditors, Ghana Revenue Authority, Banks and other financial statutory organizations. RESPONSIBILITY FOR ASSETS Responsible for protection, conservation and efficient utilization of all ASSETS including computers and cash assigned to the department. COMPETENCIES Educational & Experience Required: A university degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting related field from a reputable university. A professional qualification in Accounting (ACCA, ICAG, CIMA etc.) Minimum of 2-5 years working experience. TECHNICAL Knowledge of the Ghana and French tax laws Ability to understand accounting concepts, principles and systems. Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements for management. Sound knowledge of Ghana company’s code. Ability to prepare Fixed Assets and Inventory Reports. Solid understanding of financial and accounting principles, systems and techniques. Knowledge of International Accounting Standards such as IFRS, IAS, etc. Ability to design and implement financial processes and systems. Readiness to Travel to different locations. PERSONALITY Assertiveness – ability to articulate viewpoints and stick to them where necessary. Attention to details, be concerned with, or analyze detail without getting bogged down. Ability to keep to time and other commitments; delivers on commitments made to others. Good presentation and verbal communication skills Integrity – being truthful, trustworthy, and reliable. MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES Leadership – ability to explain company vision, values and standards to team members and set the appropriate examples. Ability to build a cohesive work team and motivate team members Ability to undertake short, medium and long-range planning and execute work plans. Knowledge of decision making and problem solving