Accounts Officer at Rifugio Communications

About the Role

A reputable organization seeks a dedicated individual to provide support to the finance function in managing the day-to-day financial activities of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform everyday bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records
• Process invoices and cross-check each expense with corresponding documentation
• Document and record all payments
• Track payables and receivables
• Maintain the imprest system and manage petty cash/expenses
• Manage inventory
• Process bank transactions and reconciliations, including daily POS reconciliations
• Process refunds and resolve billing disputes
• Ensure prompt invoicing and debt collection
• Support compilation, analysis, and approval of global monthly budgets for management consideration
• Assist in preparation of financial statements
• Comply with internal control procedures on a daily basis
• Support and review day-to-day work of the finance unit
• Participate in the selection of subordinate members of the finance team
• Support payroll administration
• Support PAYE and administration of other taxes and statutory payments
• Carry out any other tasks assigned by the Finance Manager

Required Qualifications

• First degree in Accounting or related field
• 2–4 years of relevant experience
• Sound knowledge of accounting standards

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in computer applications and MS Excel
• Sound numeric skills
• Relationship management
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Personal organization

Preferred Experience

• Experience in retail business
• Experience in retail organizations
• Proficiency in QuickBooks
• Knowledge of import finance operations