JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT – Guyana Tourism Authority (Gta)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, compilation, and timely dissemination of monthly financial reports.
• Maintain accurate records of cash floats, petty cash, vouchers, cheque disbursements, income, and bank statements.
• Process payments and prepare supporting documentation, including cheque vouchers, petty cash vouchers, and bank transfers.
• Manage daily petty cash disbursements and recoupments, and update cash books accordingly.
• Support the preparation of monthly payroll, deductions, salary bank deposits, payslips, gratuity, and leave payments.
• Maintain financial records, asset registers, and inventory of real property and equipment.
• Input payment vouchers and assist with general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and expense reporting.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and departmental budget submissions.
• Provide guidance to department heads on budget preparation and expenditure tracking.
• Assist with the management of procurement processes in compliance with National Procurement and Tender Administration regulations and GTA’s internal policies.
• Support audits by liaising with external auditors and preparing required documentation.
• Assist with the computation of taxes and preparation of tax-related documentation in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Support the management and reporting of donor-funded programmes to ensure alignment with donor requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date Government accounting systems and standards.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Level II OR a Diploma in Accounting with at least 4-5 years relevant working experience.
• Demonstrated experience in Government Accounting, procurement procedures, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Accounting Software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and achieve targets within defined timelines.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Salary

Commensurate with experience. Benefits include travel allowance, duty allowance, vacation allowance, and gratuity.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, a detailed resume, and salary requirements via email by the deadline of January 19th, 2026. Applications should be sent to Mrs. Melissa Henry at [email protected] and copied to Mr. Kamrul Baksh at [email protected]. Short-listed applicants will be required to submit two reference letters, including at least one from a direct supervisor or manager.