Financial Accountant Goldenlay Agri. Ltd

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Goldenlay Agri Ltd is the largest producer, supplier and distributor of table eggs across Zambia, and boasting a brand familiar to retailers and consumers alike. Goldenlay is hereby inviting applications from suitable qualified candidates to fill the position of FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT. The role will report to the Financial Controller.

Some of the tasks for this position include the following:

• Maintaining all Sales Reports on a daily, weekly, monthly basis
• Reviewing Sales Report data for accuracy and reasonability
• Compiling of weekly Sales Report Pack to Management
•  Handling Sales integration between Sales module and the Accounting system
• Preparation of Customer Account reconciliations
• Assisting with Customer and Retailer accounts and follow up of unpaid invoices
• Assisting with monthly stock counts and stock reconciliations
• Preparation of Balance Sheet General Ledger reconciliations
• Assisting with preparation of monthly Management Accounts
• Assisting with any company tax and/or statutory return submissions
• Handling year-end audit queries from Auditors
• Reconciliation of any Intercompany Customer, Supplier & Loan Accounts
• Any other ad hoc tasks

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:

• Must be computer literate with practical knowledge in M/S – Applications i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Must be able to work under pressure and be deadline– driven
• Strong communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• High degree of accuracy
• Good mathematical skills

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:

• Full ZICA, ACCA or Degree in Accountancy
• At least 3 years work experience as a Financial Accountant in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment
• Proficient in Sage Accounting Software
• Web-based Point-of-Sale Software experience will be advantageous.
• Must be computer literate with advanced skills in MS -Applications i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint