Financial Accountant

The Financial Accountant will be responsible for managing key accounting functions, with a focus on receivables, VAT compliance, and financial reporting. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments to ensure accurate and timely financial data Key ResponsibilitiesApply core accounting principles and ensure compliance with IFRS Prepare and post sales invoices based on production and sales reports (weekly, fortnightly, monthly) Post invoices in the ERP system, ensuring accuracy in due dates and all relevant details.

Maintain and update Accounts Receivable (AR), Gas Sales Registers, and working sheets for sales and purchases, including Take-or-Pay and Make-up Gas components. Perform monthly and quarterly interest calculations. Post depreciation entries in the ERP system and reconcile with manual workings to ensure accuracy. Prepare bank and cash reconciliations. Review and post accruals and prepayments in the ERP system. Prepare standalone trial balance within the consolidated reporting file. Manage petty cash, including periodic reimbursements and voucher preparation. Compile standalone regulatory reports for quarterly IDO submissions. Generate VAT-related AR reports. Provide support during statutory, internal, and regulatory audits.

Review payment vouchers and cheques prepared by the Finance Assistant Act as a backup for the Senior Financial Accountant during their absence. Perform mark-to-market (M2M) valuations of investment portfolios as per IFRSPrepare and maintain invoice approval sheets and related documentation for internal review and audit purposes. Assist in preparing financial presentations and summaries for managementSupport the ERP transformation initiative by actively participating in implementation phases, testing, and providing timely feedback Liaise with other departments to gather necessary financial and operational data, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

Interpret relevant commercial and financial agreements and provide concise, actionable updates to internal stakeholders and management. Key Requirements: Bachelor of Commerce or higher10+ years of experience in financial accountingAdvanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Expertise in Excel functions: pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modelingExperience with Tally and SAGE ACCPAC softwareStrong ERP system knowledge for postings, reconciliations, and reportingAbility to interpret financial and contractual documentsExcellent interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skillsHigh attention to detail and accuracyStrong organizational and time management abilitiesCapable of working independently and within a team