Branch Accountant/ Administrator - Gutu, Kariba, Chinhoyi, Rusape

Introduction

A firm in the FMCG sector is looking for qualified, trustworthy competent Branch Accountant. The role requires an accurate, thorough, self-motivated and hard-working individual with vast experience working with cash, creditors and debtors.   This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced and established FMCG manufacturing organisation.

Job Description:

v Inventory management (Raw materials and finished goods

v Proper maintenance of financial records, filing etc.

v Accurate processing of financial transactions.

v Production of accurate financial reports.

v Monthly budget preparation and monitoring

v Responsible for branch budget development and monitoring.

v Supervising and training branch accounts team such as cashiers and stores

v Manage all human resources, ensuring that health and safety regulations are met

v Will be working closely with the branch manager in maintenance, development and motivation of Human resources

v Invoicing and receipting

v Responsible for the whole branch in the absence of the Branch manager.

v Perform administration duties together with the branch manager

v Product costing

v Financial control of all aspects of stock including provisioning and average costings

v Identify areas for potential improvements.

v Managing fuels.

v Maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register ensuring all assets are correctly recorded, depreciated and tagged

v Prepare payroll statements, allowances, travel claims and other payments to the Programme Personnel, vendors and other claimants

v Looks after administrative affairs of the Office.

v Any other task assigned by the superior

Key qualifications

v A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or equivalent

v At least 2 years relevant continuous work experience in an Accountant, finance and administrative functions;

v Demonstrated experience in procurement and preparation of financial reports and budget variance analysis;

v Ability to work accurately under pressure and with minimum supervision

v High integrity, strong result orientation, drive for excellence and takes initiatives

v Excellent communication and analytical skills;

v Good interpersonal skills and result orientation;

v Work experience with MS Office applications, especially Excel is a must.

v Work experience with accounting packages is an added advantage