About the job
DigiZag is looking to hire a full-time Junior Accountant Officer will support DigiZag's Finance team in maintaining accurate and organized financial records. This entry-level role covers a wide scope of day-to-day accounting support, including journal entries, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, payroll documentation, and audit preparation
Responsibilities
General Accounting & Ledger Support
•Record day-to-day financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
•Assist in preparing and posting journal entries in accordance with accounting standards.
•Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
•Assist in reconciling prepaid balances and ensuring accuracy.
Help track and record staff advances and reimbursements.
Reconciliations
•Assist in reconciling bank statements and investigating discrepancies.
•Support reconciliation of supplier and customer accounts on a regular basis.
•Help monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding balances.
•Ensure AR and AP entries are accurately recorded and matched with supporting documents.
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
•Process supplier invoices and assist with timely payment processing.
•Help maintain and monitor customer balances, reports, and receipts.
•Support reconciliation and monitoring of staff-related financial transactions.
Payroll & Employees Records
•Assist in payroll processing, ensuring accurate data entry of benefits and deductions.
•Help maintain employee financial records for payroll and audit purposes.
•Collaborate with HR to ensure data accuracy and timely processing.
Tax & Regulatory Compliance Support
•Assist in preparing documentation for VAT returns in compliance with FTA deadlines.
•Help maintain up-to-date records for compliance audits and inspections.
Fixed Assets Support
•Assist in maintaining the Fixed Asset Register (FAR).
•Help track acquisitions, disposals, and asset movements.
Audit Support & Documentation
•Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation of financial transactions.
•Assist in preparing audit schedules and supporting documents.
Collaborative Communication
• Coordinate with HR, Marketing, Growth, Partnerships and Operations teams on financial matters as needed.
•Address basic financial inquiries and provide clarification to stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience: 0-2 years of experience in accounting or finance; fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
- Proficiency in English.
- Strong communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented and organized, capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities.
Exposure to accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, or Odoo) is a plus.
Other Duties
•Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support DigiZag's finance objectives.
