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Our client, a food manufacturer specializing in Bakery and Pastry products are seeking to recruit an . He/She will be responsible for managing all day to day accounting operations, budgeting, manage payables and receivables, taxation and payroll. The ideal candidate Must have a relevant bachelor’s degree and CPA /ACCA Certificate with at least 5 years of experience in accounting functions preferably using Quickbooks.
Key Requirements:
- Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivables.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Ensuring accuracy and providing valuable insights on revenue and costs.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, including tax filings and audits.
- Prepare and submit tax returns to the appropriate authorities ie; VAT, WHT, PAYE, NSSF and NHIF.
- Handle payroll processing, including wage calculations, deductions, and contributions, while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Preparing monthly and annual budgets, cash flow forecasts with full analysis of business performance vs budgeted forecast.
- Ensuring effective cost control and profitability.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports and management summaries.
Qualifications:
- Must have a relevant bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or any other related Field.
- Must have CPA or ACCA qualification.
- Must have 5 years and above working experience in a similar role.
- Must be Proficient in using accounting systems, General Accounting skills and Computer skills especially excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive mindset, taking initiative to identify and address issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey financial information effectively.
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