Job Description

Claremont Business School is looking for an experienced finance professional to fill the vacancy of Accountant that has arisen within the organization. The incumbent will be overally responsible for the finance function.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting transactions
• Prepare budget forecasts
• Publish financial statements in time
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Ensure timely bank payments
• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
• Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity
• Inspect and update all documentation and systems related to accounting and company finances
• Help establish company best practices related to accounting
• Suggest scalable approaches to reducing costs, streamlining processes, and improving margins
• Provide technical support and advice on management
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Communicate effectively with clients
• Contribute to a strong client relationship through positive interactions with client personnel
• Supervise clerical staff responsible for capturing transactions

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree in Accounting
• Full CIMA or ACCA membership is a must.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including IFRS
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like Sage and QuickBooks
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills