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Junior Accountant

Duties and Responsibilities

Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
Update accounts receivable and issue invoices
Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations
Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
Management of petty cash transactions
Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned
Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed
Prepare VAT return
Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings
Assist with other accounting projects

Desired Qualifications

University degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business
Expertise of at least 3 yearsexperience in accounting and financial reporting
Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Knowledgeable of cost accounting and inventory related aspects
Hands-on practical experience with Tally (mandatory)
Must have excellent organization skills and must be a multitasker
Can work under pressure and meet deadlines
Consistent, accurate, and thorough with an eye for details
Good with numbers and figures and an analytical acumen
Awareness of business trends, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variance
Exceptional organizational & computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups/indexing and pivot tables
Outstanding communication skills, written and verbal