Qualifications & Requirements:
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Bsc in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree
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Additional certification (CPA or CIFA) is a plus
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At least 1 year work experience as an Accountant.
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Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
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Hands-on experience with accounting software (s)
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Advanced MS Excel skills
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Experience with general ledger functions
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Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
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Preparing adjusting entries (recording expenses that have occurred but aren’t yet recorded in the bookkeeping process)
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Preparing company financial statements.
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Analyzing costs of operations
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Aiding the business owner in understanding the impact of financial decisions
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Recording financial transactions, posting debits and credits
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Producing invoices
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Maintaining and balancing subsidiaries, general ledgers, and historical accounts
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Manage all accounting transactions
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Prepare budget forecasts
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Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
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Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
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Ensure timely bank payments
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Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
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Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
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Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity
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Audit financial transactions and documents
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Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
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Comply with financial policies and regulations.