Accountant – Akka Kappa Ltd.

Job Description

Description 

The Accountant plays a vital role in supporting the accounts department by managing financial operations such as accounts payable and receivable, processing invoices and expense claims, reconciling bank statements, and preparing VAT returns and statutory filings. This role includes assisting with month-end and year-end closings, preparing financial statements and management reports, and ensuring data accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Additionally, the accountant will support budget preparation, financial forecasting, payroll processing, and maintaining financial records. This position requires strong attention to detail, analytical and organisational skills, and the ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

1. Financial Transactions Management:
   • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
   • Process invoices and expense claims in a timely manner
   • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
   • Prepare invoices, purchase orders, and bank deposits
2. Financial Reporting and Analysis:
   • Prepare and submit VAT returns and other statutory requirements
   • Assist in the preparation of financial statements
   • Prepare financial statements and reports for management review
   • Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce reports or statements
3. Financial Operations Support
   • Reconcile bank statements and oversee banking activities
   • Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
   • Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
   • Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and procedures
4. Budgeting and Administrative Support:
   • Assist with budget preparation and financial forecasting
   • Handle general administrative tasks to support the finance department as needed
   • Maintain accurate and organised financial records
   • Perform data entry and administrative duties as needed

Requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of [2–4] years relevant accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience handling accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and statutory filings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Working knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks and/or Tally
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity

Preferred

• A professional accounting qualification or part-qualification will be an advantage
• Experience with statutory filings and payroll support will be an advantage