Wasoko is transforming communities across Africa by revolutionizing access to essential goods and services. By connecting small shops to the digital economy, we fix inefficient supply chains and provide services that were previously unavailable. Wasoko aims to provide everything a retailer needs, no wholesalers or banks necessary.
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Entering financial data such as accruals, deferrals, reclassifications, and interdepartmental entries into the ledger on a monthly basis, as well as preparing reports.
Reviewing and performing account analysis to ensure that journal entries and balances are correct.
Performing and reviewing ledger subledger reconciliations for all balance sheet items.
Performing and reviewing inventory and tax reconciliations.
Performing and reviewing reconciliations for bank & cash balances; debtors; suppliers; inventory and control accounts.
Generating fixed asset register and fixed asset movement schedule which ties to the General Ledger.
Assisting in instituting financial controls (including end of day, end of month procedures) that are aimed to ensure integrity of financial data capture and aide in the process for regular reconciliations.
Analyzing financial data and trace discrepancies.
Reviewing supporting documentation for accounting transactions.
Keeping abreast of regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting.
Ensuring precise data entry - conducting audits to review data accuracy
Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities.
Preparing management accounts including balance sheet and profit and loss statement and budget analysis.
Assisting the team with accounting issues and queries.
Supporting Monthly and Annual Close Processes..
Requirements:
Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration; CPA qualification; MBA/CFA a plus but not required
Thorough knowledge of IFRS and experience with accounting and financial procedures
Strong investigative and analytical skills; ability to identify errors
Experience reconciling accounting figures and financial records
Appropriate handling of sensitive information
Ability to work to deadlines
High level of attention to detail
Team player with the ability to work with multiple parties
Advanced computer software skills, including Excel and Accounting packages