Principal Accounting Assistant - Encyclopaedia Africana Project

JOB PURPOSE:

To provide general accounting support including preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual close processes financial statements and reports.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs banking and cashiering duties including preparation of monthly Bank Reconciliation Statements
• Assists in the preparation of financial reports including financial statements, Cash flow statements and variance analysis
• Maintains proper accounting records
• Assists with the preparation of the annual budget of the Secretariat
• Collects data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports
• Perform any other duties as required

Qualification Required & Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field from a recognised university.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of three (3) years post-qualification relevant working experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated human relations skills
• Record-keeping skills
• Effective Communication skills
• Organisational and leadership skills
• Computer skills

Location: Accra

Preference: Female applicants