This position provides support within the accounts department to maintain the financial health of the Company. The position holder is involved in a variety of activities ranging from liaising with suppliers and auditors to ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Ideally, the person holding this position is methodical, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively..

Main Tasks

Ensure that all vendor invoices/credit notes are posted in a timely manner.
Prepare vendor reconciliations and follow up any reconciling items.
Prepare necessary documentation supporting any advance/single payments.
Process periodical vendor payment runs.
Monitor invoices in workflows to ensure that these are duly approved in line with the Delegation of Authority.
Assist in the preparation of periodical payables reports for management.
Post transactions to clear vendor payment transitory accounts
Assist in the annual statutory audit or any internal audits as may be required
Ensure the company's financial practices align with statutory regulations and legislation.
Undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required from time to time.

Position Key Accountabilities

Safety: Responsible to avoid environmental impacts, accidents and risks to the company, the business and the colleagues
Quality :All business transactions meet company policies, regulations, compliance and quality requirements
Delivery: Achieving continuous improvements in performance
Cost: Identification of improvements in efficiencies, in cost of poor quality
People: Continuous improvement, Lean, 5S and First Time Right are an integral part of the daily operation, business practice and behaviour
5S: Ensure that all 5S Standards are adhered with at all times in his/her area of responsibility

Position Key Requirements and Competencies

Preferably an MQF Level 4 qualification in accounts, finance, or a related area
Preferably at least 2 years' experience in a similar role
Excellent knowledge (at least intermediate, preferably advanced level) in the use of MS Office especially Excel
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work to tight deadlines and handling multiple priorities.
Able to work independently
Willingness to extend his or her knowledge

Languages

English

Accounts Specialist

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