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DESCRIPTION
The Accountant is responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting, he/she will be responsible for
developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial
statements. The Accountant supervises the accounts department and is responsible for managing the team to ensure
that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner. This position addresses tight
deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end
audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. The Accountant will have contact with senior-
level management which requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.

REQUIREMENTS
Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance(ACCA,MBA)
Proven experience as a financial controller, accounting supervisor, chief or senior accountant
2 to 5 years’ experience
Excellent communications skills required
Good computer skills including Microsoft Suite with emphasis on Excel, ADP or other payroll systems
Able to handle multiple tasks and stay organized
In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Awareness of business trends
Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like Quick Books and Peachtree
Accuracy and attention to detail
Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.
Ensure the timely reporting of all financial information.
Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
Supports budget and forecasting activities.
Support overall department goals and objectives.
Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while
maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Ensure a clean and timely year end audit.
Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.
Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the
department.

Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.
Handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
Work with direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the
progress to enhance the professional development of staff.

Support managers with special projects and workflow process improvements.
Coordinate the monthly book close
Ensure compliance with ACCA standards
Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
Develop and implement policies and procedures with emphasis on internal controls
Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
Produces payroll by initiating computer processing; printing checks, verifying finished product
Preperation of VAT, PAYEE,and tax returns