Internal Accountant at Reeds Africa Consult

The accountant will be responsible for daily financial operations, risk identification, management & reporting, basic reconcilliation, ensure adherence to regulatory accounting standards by the business.

Job Description

•   Accurately and timely conduct bank reconciliations.
•  Prepare, analyze and submit weekly and monthly ageing reports
•  Prepare monthly vendor reconciliation statements²  Prepare monthly purchases VAT inputs.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Bookkeeping- Receive, review and verify farmer GRNs, ensure they are posted in the business’ accounting system.
•  Ensure timely settlement of bills as per credit terms.
• Handle all vendor inquiries relating to farmers and other service providers.
• Verify purchase prices of all products to ensure consistency.
•  Prepare and share vendor reconciliation statements regularly.
• Ensure accurate, safe, and confidential storage of GRNs, invoices, and other accounting documents.
•  Assist with stock and inventory accounting for products.
• Prepare statutory deductions and support tax compliance.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.
•  Support preparation of financial reports and management accounts.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA certification.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in accounting (Agribusiness, FMCG setup preferred).
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting metrics.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.