Assistant Accountant at Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS)

Position Overview

This position reports to the Senior Accountant and is responsible for managing laboratory debtors' and creditors' accounts and general ledger postings.

Key Responsibilities

• Process timely payments to suppliers to minimize supply chain disruptions and build trustworthy partnerships, ensuring vendors are paid according to agreed terms
• Post invoices and reconcile accounts payable by matching amounts owed to vendors and suppliers with the accounts payable balance, safeguarding the organization against overpayments and fraudulent charges
• Invoice laboratory and training orders to accurately record revenue for tax filings and demonstrate client obligations to pay for goods and services
• Reconcile administrative supplier accounts with sub-ledgers and general ledgers quarterly to verify financial record accuracy
• Maintain effective communication with suppliers to manage relationships and address issues
• Post suppliers' invoices and reconcile purchase prices and warehouse variances to correct discrepancies between LPO and invoice prices
• Adjust entries in payable suspense accounts against related sub-ledgers to correct discrepancies
• Generate invoices for laboratory orders to accurately capture and bill for revenue
• Maintain the integrity of financial reports and contribute to accurate financial statements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
• Certified Public Accountant Part 2 OR Certified Public Accountant Part 3 (Finalist) or equivalent
• At least one year of accounting experience

Required Competencies

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Data entry and data analysis skills
• Experience with ERP systems
• Spreadsheet proficiency, including Microsoft Excel
• Record management skills

Behavioral Competencies:

• Communication
• Professional conduct