Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, August 01 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The University of Tourism, Technology and Business Studies (UTB) is a private higher learning institution with the vision of becoming a center of excellence in the region for the quality of academic programs and to be a solution provider for the training of professionals in hospitality, tourism, business and information technology.
Senior Accountant
Job Description.
Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, the Senior Accountant is in-charge of all accounting activities. He is responsible for preparing financial and performance reports, assisting departments with annual budgets and reviews, internal control and tax management

Main responsibilities
• Assist in the implementation of goals, policies, priorities, and procedures relating to financial management, budget, accounting, and/or payroll.
• Review bank reconciliation from accountants
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Enters and directs the entry and maintenance of accounting records to show receipts and expenditures.
• Maintains general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property, and operating expenses, and insurance records.
• Under the supervision of the Chief Finance Officer, reviews accounting and administrative controls.
• Establishes system controls for new financial systems and develops procedures to improve existing systems.
• Processes accounting transactions as per the International Accounting Standards
• Ensures adherence to company’s policies and procedures and coordination in both internal and external audit procedures.
• Processes and controls invoices, bank statements and salaries in SAGE accounting system
• Cooperates with tax authorities in case of tax reviews.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
• Ensure data integrity and security
Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises all employees in the Accounts Section both at the head office and its campuses through:
Participating in hiring for the accounts section, training, planning, assigning, and directing work and appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints, and resolving problems

Minimum Requirements/Education and/or Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Professional accounting qualifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA) are highly desirable.
• 5 - 8 years of progressive experience in accounting, preferably from Higher Learning Institutions.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and auditing.
• Computer Skills:
• Knowledge of SAGE evolution accounting software is required.
• Advanced level of MS Excel is required
• Knowledge of other Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc)

Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits the ability to learn and apply new skills; - Keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason
Communications – strong verbal and written communication skills, expresses ideas and thoughts clearly and concisely; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
Inclusion: includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; makes self-available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external).
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost-saving measures.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; upholds organizational values and is ethical and principled.
Goal Oriented - Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates perseverance and overcomes obstacles;
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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