Junior Accountant

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and bank statements.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports including Profit & Loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Handle daily store transactions and reconcile POS (Point of Sale) reports against cash, card, and mobile payments.
• Reconcile daily sales with bank deposits to ensure accuracy and completeness of revenue records.
• Support inventory management through participation in stock-takes and reconciliation of physical stock with system records.
• Identify and report stock variances and assist in implementing control measures.
• Verify supplier invoices against Goods Received Notes (GRNs) prior to payment processing.
• Support Accounts Payable functions and maintain accurate supplier reconciliations.
• Assist in payroll processing including computation of wages, overtime, and commissions.
• Support the preparation and filing of VAT, PAYE, and other statutory deductions.
• Assist in budget preparation and provide basic variance analysis where necessary.
• Ensure proper filing and maintenance of financial records in line with company policies.
• Support audit processes by preparing required documentation.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Job Specifications and Qualifications

• Educational Qualification: Diploma or Professional Certificate.
• Professional Qualification: CPA Foundation or CPA Part I.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years’ accounting experience, preferably in retail or supermarket operations.
• Specific Expertise: Experience with POS reconciliation and inventory accounting is an added advantage.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Personal Attributes: High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Key Competencies

• Strong integrity and sense of responsibility.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced retail setting.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@emergeegressconsulting.com using the position as the subject of the email.