Role Objective
Our
client is a retail chain outlet seeking a Junior Accountant is responsible for managing financial aspects of the
retail outlet. This includes daily cash reconciliation, inventory cost
analysis, payroll processing, and ensuring tax compliance.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger
accounts and bank statements.
- Prepare and file tax returns and ensure
compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Assist in the development of information for
budgets and forecasts, providing variance analysis as required.
- Manage daily transactions, including invoices
and payments and reconciliation of daily store transactions, including
effective and efficient bank alignment to sales reported on a daily basis.
- Reconcile POS (Point of Sale) reports with
actual cash, credit card receipts, and mobile payment.
- Prepare and monitor daily bank deposits and
ensure they match recorded sales.
- Oversee the petty cash fund for minor store
expenses and emergency supplies.
- Collaborate with floor managers to conduct
regular stock-takes and reconcile physical stock with system records.
- Identify and report discrepancies in inventory
and suggest ways to reduce loss.
- Manage Accounts Payable by verifying supplier
invoices against “Goods Received Notes before processing payments.
- Prepare Monthly Profit & Loss (P&L)
statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
- Calculate and file VAT, sales tax, and payroll
taxes (PAYE) and other statutory obligations.
- Assist in creating annual budgets and monthly
forecasts for store operations.
- Calculate wages, overtime, and commissions for
floor staff and cashiers.
- Coordinate with internal or external auditors
during annual financial reviews.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications and
Qualifications
- CPA Foundation/CPA 1
- At least 2 relevant years’ experience in a
retail chain.
- Proficient in using financial software and
tools.
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and statistical skills.
- High Integrity
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent organizational and time management
skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in
financial reporting.
- Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced
environment.
How to Apply
If
interested in the position and meet the above requirements, kindly send your CV
on or before 23rd January 2026 to the email careers@emergeegressconsulting.com and indicate the position applied for in the
subject line. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
