Accountant

Job Purpose:

The job holder is responsible for recording of revenues in accordance with accounting standards, established procedures, policies, and Delegation of Authority (DoA) Matrix. The job holder also ensures invoices are processed and submitted on time and ensures timely collection of debts from customers.

Key Result Areas:

1. Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with Company policy and accounting standards, while implementing and documenting key revenue control processes and procedures.
2. Ensure that customer invoices are raised accurately as per the contractual agreements and are dispatched on time to customers to facilitate timely collections.
3. Proactively arrange for credit/debit notes to obtain management approvals before being issued to customers.
4. Proactively partner with other business stakeholders to drive best practices in revenue.
5. Ensure timely preparation and circulation of aged analysis of debt by individual Business Units.
6. Ensure appropriate Time-Based provisioning of problem debts.
7. Proactively liaise with customers to ensure timely collection of debt and escalate issues as appropriate to Line manager and the business.
8. Provide annual budget information; monitor Revenue and collections; identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
9. Contribute to maintaining financial security by adhering to internal controls.
10. Compile and uphold crucial employee-related reports and analyses, facilitating the timely and precise distribution of data and insights to meet the business's support and information requirements.

Education Qualification:

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce or equivalent.

Work Experience:

1. Minimum 5 years experience in Finance.

Skills:

1. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate and assist employees with payroll-related inquiries.
2. ERP experience in Finance Modules.
3. MS Office proficiency.
4. Strong organizational and time management skills against workload.
5. Proactive for any foreseen issues and able to coordinate and provide alternative solutions.
6. Discretion and respect for confidentiality when handling sensitive information.