Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Accountant at Société Fouani et Frères, located in Guinea, Conakry. The Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day financial tasks such as recording transactions, reconciling accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform data entry tasks for various financial transactions including invoicing, receipts, and booking of expenses.
• Ensure all entries are accurate and comply with company policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare and process payments to suppliers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure all payments are approved, documented, and processed in a timely manner.
• Conduct regular reconciliation of accounts, including sister companies, banks, and suppliers.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies identified during the reconciliation process.
• Calculate the commission for salespersons of the cold-rooms division.
• Record all necessary entries related to commission calculations accurately and timely.
• Assist with various accounting tasks as requested by the direct supervisor.
• Support the finance team in audits, month-end, and year-end closing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Proficiency in French is essential
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data
• Ability to work independently and part of a team
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills