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Job Summary: An Accounts Administrator is responsible for overseeing and managing financial transactions, records, and reporting processes within an organization. They ensure the smooth operation of the accounting department by handling invoices, reconciling financial statements, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Key Responsibilities: Financial Record Management: Maintain and update accurate financial records, ensuring proper documentation for audits and compliance. Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process invoices, track outstanding payments, and manage customer and supplier accounts. Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile company bank statements with internal financial records to identify discrepancies. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in preparing financial budgets and forecasts to guide business decisions. Payroll Assistance: Support payroll processing, ensuring accurate salary payments and deductions. Tax Compliance: Ensure all tax filings (VAT, GST, corporate tax, etc.) are completed accurately and on time. Financial Reporting: Generate periodic financial reports for senior management. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial laws, company policies, and industry regulations. Key Skills & Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance 1st class preferred. Experience: 2+ years in an accounting or administrative role. Software Proficiency: QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Microsoft Excel, or other accounting software. Attention to Detail: Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Auditing, Taxation, Should have a knowledge of Economic, Principle of Management, Business Law, Fundamental of Investment Analyst Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate with internal teams, clients, and vendors regarding financial matters. Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret financial data and provide recommendations.
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Financial Reporting and Compliance Prepare and oversee the production of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards (e.g., IFRS or GAAP), and tax laws. Conduct internal audits and support external audits. Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures. Budgeting and Forecasting Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with departmental managers. Monitor budgets and provide variance analysis, explaining significant deviations. Support long-term financial planning by preparing forecasts and scenario analyses. Team Management Supervise and mentor the accounts team, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger functions. Allocate responsibilities within the team to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of outputs. Train staff on financial systems and processes. Cash Flow and Financial Controls Oversee cash flow management to ensure liquidity and timely payment of obligations. Implement robust financial controls to safeguard company assets. Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with senior leadership to provide financial insights and advice. Liaise with external stakeholders such as auditors, banks, and tax authorities. Systems and Process Improvements Optimize accounting systems and processes to improve efficiency. Identify and address areas for cost savings and process improvements. Proficiency in financial software and data management tools such as SAP, SQL, Power BI, and Python coding is necessary. This expertise will help the candidate contribute to financial analytics, data visualization, and automation within the company's operations. Ability to develop and implement financial dashboards that integrate back-end financial data for real-time reporting and decision-making.