Senior Accountant Private

We are a reputable company looking for a detail-oriented senior accountant to perform and coordinate accounting duties within our organization. The accountant’s responsibilities will include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing tax returns, and performing other accounting duties as assigned.

To be successful as a senior accountant, you should have a solid working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and strong financial analysis skills. The outstanding accountant should also possess strong Excel skills, be highly organized, be able to work with little to no supervision, and perform under pressure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparing financial analyses and reports.
• Preparing revenue projections and forecasting expenditures.
• Preparing and monitoring budgets.
• Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
• Assisting with annual audit preparations.
• Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
• Preparing Payroll and all tax returns.
• Contributing to developing new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures.
• Performing other accounting duties and supporting junior staff as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or any other related field (Full professional qualification is an added advantage).
• Must be a member of ZICA.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of tax laws and IFRS.
• Strong financial analysis skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational and stress management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel.
• Ability to train and manage staff.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision.
• Knowledge and experience in payroll and accounting systems such as Sage.