Accountant

INDUSTRY: Financial Services

CONTRACT DETAILS: Permanent

POSITION LOCATION: Walvis Bay, Erongo, Namibia

POSITON NAME: Accountant

Job Purpose
The Accountant is responsible for managing financial records, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements, and supporting business decision-making through accurate financial analysis. The role contributes to the organization's financial integrity by maintaining effective accounting processes and controls.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and general ledger accounts.
• Process and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries and ensure accurate posting of financial transactions.
• Manage cash flow monitoring and bank reconciliations

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights into business performance.
• Prepare budget variance and financial performance reports.
• Support forecasting and budgeting processes

Compliance and Controls

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of VAT, tax, and statutory returns.
• Maintain internal financial controls and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing required documentation.

Payroll and Treasury

• Assist with payroll reconciliations and related accounting entries.
• Monitor company bank accounts and manage treasury-related activities.
• Ensure timely payment of suppliers and collection of outstanding accounts

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of accounting experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Closing date: 15 September 2026