Accountant at Clovers Management & Training Consultants Ltd

Accountant at Clovers Management & Training Consultants Ltd | Iko Kazi

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant with hands-on experience using Sage accounting software to manage day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and support financial reporting and compliance.
The successful candidate will be responsible for recording financial transactions, preparing reconciliations and reports, managing accounts payable and receivable, assisting with payroll and statutory requirements, and ensuring that accounting records are accurate and up to date.

Key Responsibilities

Record and maintain accurate financial transactions using Sage accounting software.
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Prepare and process invoices, receipts, payments, and expense claims.
Perform regular bank, supplier, customer, and general ledger reconciliations.
Maintain accurate and well-organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
Assist with budgeting, cash-flow monitoring, and financial analysis.
Monitor outstanding customer and supplier balances and follow up on discrepancies.
Process payroll and maintain payroll-related accounting records, where applicable.
Assist with preparation and submission of statutory and tax-related reports in accordance with applicable requirements.
Support internal and external audits by providing required financial records and documentation.
Identify accounting discrepancies and investigate and resolve issues promptly.
Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, and applicable financial regulations.
Maintain confidentiality of financial and employee information.
Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Professional accounting qualification or progress toward one (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is an advantage.
2–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a similar role.
Proven hands-on experience with Sage accounting software.
Good knowledge of bookkeeping, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other accounting/office applications.
Experience with payroll and statutory compliance is an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Preferred Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a reliable and detail-oriented accounting professional who has practical Sage experience, understands day-to-day accounting processes, and can maintain accurate financial records while meeting reporting and compliance deadlines.

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