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• Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling
  and analyzing account information
• Documents financial transactions by entering account information
• Keeping  track  of 
  all  payments  and 
  expenditures,  including  payroll, 
  purchase orders, invoices, statements, etc.
• Reconciling processed work by verifying entries and comparing system
  reports to balances
• Maintaining historical records
• Paying employees by verifying expense reports and preparing pay
  checks
• Paying vendors by scheduling pay checks and ensuring payment is
  received for outstanding credit
• Generally responding to all vendor enquiries regarding finance
• Preparing analyses of accounts and producing monthly reports
• Continuing to improve the payment process
• Summarizes current financial status by collecting information
• Preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other
  reports
• Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing account
  information
• Secures financial information by completing data base backups
• Maintains financial security by following internal controls
• Prepares payments by verifying documentation, and requesting
  disbursements.
• Prepares  special  financial  reports 
  by  collecting,  analysing,  and 
  summarizing account information and trends
• Maintains  customer  confidence  and 
  protects  operations  by 
  keeping  financial
  information confidential
• Perform other duties as required by the employer from time to time.

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate field of
  study or equivalent work experience in a commercial environment and/or the
  government sector.
• Three years’ experience as an Accountant or Accounts Payable
• Intermediate understanding of accounting and reporting standards
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles
• Corporate Finance
• Experience with creating financial statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end
  close process
• Excellent accounting software user (Quickbooks) and administration
  skills
• Good reporting skills
• Deadline-Oriented
• General Math Skills and aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and
  prioritize work
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Problem Analysis and Problem-Solving Skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced
  environment
• A creative mind with an ability to suggest improvements
• Good inter-personal skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision

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