Accounts Assistant

Role SummaryThe Accounts Assistant will be responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including payment processing, cash and bank transactions, accounts payable, statutory compliance, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial record maintenance. The role requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to meet deadlines while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesCapture and process payments accurately and within approved timelines.Manage petty cash issuance and capture related accounting entries. Initiate and process banking transfers as authorized.Coordinate bank deposits and cash withdrawals with relevant stakeholders.Follow up and capture Withholding Tax (WHT) certificates.Generate purchase orders in line with procurement procedures.Capture Accounts Payable (AP) invoices into the accounting system.Prepare and process WHT submissions and related payments in compliance with statutory requirements.Capture journal vouchers (JVs).Capture salary-related journal vouchers (JVs).Perform daily settlement reconciliations and investigate variances where necessary.Capture daily cashbook entries, including settlement transactions.Prepare and maintain PAYE and SDL control account reconciliationsSupport month-end and year-end financial processes as required.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldPart-qualified or fully qualified (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CA) is an advantageMinimum 1–2 years’ experience in a similar roleAdded advantage - Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Sage 300, Pastel, SAP or similar)