Accounts Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Accra

Industry: Manufacturing/Insurance/Automobile/FMCG

Scope

The Accounts Officer will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, conducting bank reconciliations and managing accounts payable and receivable.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and budgets.
Record financial transactions and maintain accurate bookkeeping records.
Process invoices, expense reports, and payments.
Assist in bank reconciliations and account reconciliations.
Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
Help maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting principles.
Assist in preparing tax filings and supporting documentation.
Respond to inquiries from management and vendors regarding financial transactions.
Collaborate with the finance team to streamline processes and improve efficiency.

Requirements

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or any related field of study.
A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role or its equivalent.
A good working knowledge of major accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).
Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
Working knowledge of MS Office Suites, specifically Microsoft Excel.