Assistant Finance Manager
PayInc Payments
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Accra • Ghana
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About the role
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and journal entries.
- Ensure proper classification and coding of financial transactions in accordance with accounting principles and organizational policies.
- Conduct and oversee the reconciliation of various financial accounts, including bank statements, ledger accounts, transaction statements, transaction fees and other financial records.
- Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of all accounts to maintain the integrity of financial data.
- Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Analyze financial data and provide insights into financial performance, variances, and trends to support decision-making processes.
- Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts by providing input on historical financial data, trends, and future projections.
- Monitor budget-to-actual variances and provide explanations and recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations and regulatory requirements, including preparation and filing of tax returns (e.g., VAT, corporate income tax, payroll tax) in a timely manner.
- Assist in tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities and maximize tax savings opportunities.
- Conduct financial analysis and performance evaluations to assess profitability, liquidity, solvency, and efficiency of operations.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, revenue enhancement, and process improvements based on financial data and analysis.
- Monitor cash flow activities, including cash receipts, disbursements, and liquidity management.
- Forecast cash flow requirements and recommend appropriate financing options to meet organizational needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (ACCA, ICA qualification preferred).
- Five years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with a solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in accounting software (preferably QuickBooks) and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial records managementaccounts payableaccounts receivablegeneral ledger entriesfinancial reconciliationfinancial statement preparationfinancial analysisbudgetingtax compliancecash flow management
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsteamworkprioritizationdeadline managementability to work under pressure
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in FinanceACCAICA qualification