Accounts Officer at The OmniGroup

JOB PURPOSE:

• To be responsible for assisting the Chief Finance Officer in managing the accounting side of Payables and Inventory of all stock and goods.

DUTIES:

• Develops and implements processes and procedures within the Accounts payable and Inventory function to ensure the accounting records are prepared and maintained in accordance with required standards and that subordinate ledgers and reports (vendor sub ledgers, retentions, aging, etc) reconcile with the general ledger.
• Monitors the accounts payable function to ensure that the accounts payable cycle runs smoothly and effectively and that all inventory is recorded in the ledgers as per the required IFRs
• Develops and implements processes and procedures for the reconciliation of critical vendor accounts with vendor statements. Prepares monthly reconciliation on inventory to ensure the values are stated at fair values and reconciles with values kept by Commercial department
• Interprets for all decentralized components of the accounting function, the Company’s accounts payable and Inventory systems and procedures.
• Reviews and approves all accounts payable and Inventory related journal entries (corrections, reallocations, petty cash, etc). Ensure the right codes are used in posting journals
• Responsible for the timely closing of each payment cycle in coordination with the monthly, quarterly, and annual finance team reporting schedule.
• Collaborates with management, within the Finance Team as well as supporting
• departments, to develop schedules, procedures, and systems to enable the timely and informative accumulation, adjustment, and reporting of accounts payable and Inventory data.
• Coordinates with Internal and External Auditors to establish timetables so that
• accounts payable and inventory requests and inquiries are responded to accurately and efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Review and verify audit confirmation letters from vendors.
• Develop a plan and ensure the implementation training for the accounts payable staff to ensure the proper performance of job responsibilities and professional development.
• The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

INTERNAL RELATIONS:

• Maintains contacts especially with management team, all departments and other Mustek entities.

EXTERNAL RELATIONS:

• Maintains contacts and interactions with clients (vendors) and partners through regular calls and emails to establish healthy and good relations.
• RESPONSIBILITY FOR ASSETS:
• Has responsibility for managing the company’s financial information confidentially.
• Efficient management of working logistics.

COMPETENCIES:

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

• A University degree in Business Administration or MBA in finance or Accounting related field
• A professional qualification in Accounting (ACCA, ICA Gh. etc.)
• Industry experience
• A minimum of 2-5 years’ experience

TECHNICAL

• Must have requisite knowledge in accounting and also be abreast with the accounting standards such as IAS, IFRS etc.
• Ability to analyze financial issues.
• Ability to interpret financial reports
• Knowledge of Accounting principles and laws.
• Effective planning and organizational skills
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Good knowledge of the various accounting software

PERSONALITY

• High level integrity: Ability to handle clients, banks and company accounts confidential.
• Ability to take initiative with strong organization skills, with ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to adapt and work co-operatively and effectively in different situations.
• Knowledge of how company products works.