Senior Accountant

Main tasks :

• Assists in performing general ledger accounting functions as needed and/or assigned (e.g. general ledger, purchasing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that department functions are completed in an accurate and timely manner during short times of need.
• Compiles a wide variety of financial information related to work assignments (e.g., vendor invoices, capital project funds, etc.) for the purpose of providing required documentation and/or processing information.
• Informs other staff regarding procedural requirements for the purpose of facilitating financial compliance within established practices.
• Post vendor invoices (PO & Non PO) as per procurement guidelines and in timely manner
• Create/ edit fixed assets and maintain an updated /accurate fixed asset register
• Handle and submit regular reports for VAT, WHT, and process related payments
• Maintains a wide variety of financial information, files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Processes a wide variety of financial information for the purpose of updating and distributing information and/or complying with established accounting practices.
• Reconciles a wide variety of financial data for the purpose of maintaining accurate account balances and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Support the finance team by inputting into sales and purchase ledgers from source documents

• Matching invoices to statements and purchase orders to invoices.
• Compiling, analyzing, and reporting financial data
• Prepare and execute customer invoices (intercompany, third party etc)
• Input accounting data into the accounting system with speed and accuracy
• Assist in the production of financial statements and applications, preparation of spreadsheets, reports and correspondence as required
• Plan, organize and manage workload to ensure contribution to the company’s monthly financial reporting process is achieved in a timely and accurate manner
• Ensure swift payment of invoices & Staff expenses
• Perform and apply related internal controls/reporting as per FMC Policies & guidelines
• Maintain accurate financial records
• Master data maintenance
• Assist finance team in month/Quarter/ Year-end closing
• Provide financial support to team members
• Any other duties that may be deemed appropriate to this role

Required training and education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in finance or Commerce or related degree or diploma

Required professional experience (in years):

• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role

Important personal qualities:

• Attention to detail
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• A pro-active and flexible attitude
• Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines