Accountant

Key Responsibilities: 1. General Ledger Accounting: o Prepare and post journal entries for provisions, adjustments, inventory, payroll, and other accounting areas. o Reconcile priority balance sheet accounts before uploading Trial Balance into the consolidation tool (Cognos). o Ensure all reconciliations have appropriate documentation and action plans for any reconciling items. 2. Financial Statements & Reporting: o Prepare preliminary financial statements and provide variance commentary. Collate and review financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. 3. Accounts Payable & Receivable: o Process and reconcile accounts payable and receivable transactions. o Ensure accurate and timely payment of vendor invoices and receipt of customer payments. 4. Budgeting & Forecasting: o Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts. o Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges. 5. Compliance & Governance: o Maintain compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies. o Ensure accurate and timely filing of tax returns and other financial reports. o Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective governance and risk management practices.