Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

BEKFORD a leading company in Public Health is looking to recruit an Accountant to be part of its Finance Department.

Job responsibility includes:

• Financial Reporting: Preparing balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and other financial reports.
• General Ledger Management: Maintaining and reconciling general ledgers, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Managing invoices, payments, and collections, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assisting in the development and monitoring of budgets, providing financial forecasts.
• Tax Compliance: Preparing and filing tax returns, staying updated on tax regulations.
• Financial Analysis: Analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and providing insights for decision-making.
• Auditing: Assisting with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Internal Controls: Developing and implementing internal controls to safeguard company assets and financial information.
• Communication: Effectively communicating financial information to management, stakeholders, and other relevant parties.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Awareness of business trends
• Experience with creating financial statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Good accounting software user and administration skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience
• Intermediate understanding of accounting and reporting standards