We are looking for a dependable and eager-to-learn Accounting Assistant to support our Company Accountant in the day-to-day running of the finance function. You will work closely under the direct guidance of the Accountant, handling routine bookkeeping tasks, data entry, and administrative finance duties so that the Accountant can focus on higher-level analysis and reporting. This is an ideal role for someone who is early in their accounting career and looking to gain hands-on experience in a structured, supportive environment.
Key
Responsibilities
Working
under the instruction and supervision of the Company Accountant, you will:
General Accounting & Bookkeeping Support
- Enter financial transactions into
the accounting system accurately and on time.
- File and maintain supporting
documents such as receipts, invoices, and payment records.
- Assist with bank reconciliations by
gathering and matching transaction data.
- Help prepare journal entries as
directed by the Accountant.
- Keep ledgers and records organised
and up to date for easy retrieval.
Accounts Payable & Receivable Support
- Receive, sort, and log supplier
invoices for the Accountant’s review and approval.
- Follow up with vendors or customers
on missing documents or payment queries.
- Prepare payment
schedules and draft remittance advices under the Accountant’s
guidance.
- Issue customer invoices as
instructed and record incoming payments.
- Track outstanding payables and
receivables and flag overdue items to the Accountant.
Tax & Compliance Support
- Gather and organise data needed for
VAT, withholding tax, and other statutory filings.
- Maintain a filing calendar and
remind the Accountant of upcoming compliance deadlines.
- Scan, file, and archive tax returns,
receipts, and compliance documents.
- Assist in retrieving records during
internal or external audit processes.
Financial Reporting Support
- Collate data and run standard report
templates as directed by the Accountant.
- Cross-check figures and flag
discrepancies before reports are finalised.
- Maintain spreadsheets used for
budget tracking and expense monitoring.
- Perform basic data entry and
formatting to support management report preparation.
Qualifications
& Experience
Education
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA K or ACCA finalist is required.
Experience
- 1+ year of accounting or bookkeeping
experience (internship or attachment experience welcomed).
- Basic familiarity with accounting
software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho or Sage) is a plus.
- Comfortable working with Microsoft
Excel and general office tools.
Skills & Personal Attributes
- High attention to detail and
commitment to accuracy.
- Willingness to take direction and
follow established procedures.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to
manage routine tasks independently once trained.
- Good communication skills and a
collaborative attitude.
- Discreet and trustworthy in handling
confidential financial information.
- Eagerness to learn and grow within
the accounting profession.
How to
Apply
Your application should be sent to hr@indepthresearch.org to us on or before CoB Friday, 29th May 2026.
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