Finance Assistant

Role Objective

• This Finance Assistant position is focused on supporting the company’s daily financial operations within a fast-paced retail environment. The role combines accounting, cash management, and inventory control.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the finance department in day-to-day accounting and operational functions, including:

• Maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts and bank statements. 
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly financial reports, including Profit & Loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports. 
• Reconciling daily Point of Sale (POS) transactions against cash, card, and mobile payments. 
• Verifying daily sales records against bank deposits to ensure revenue accuracy. 
• Supporting stock management processes through stock counts and inventory reconciliations. 
• Investigating and reporting stock variances while supporting inventory control measures. 
• Reviewing supplier invoices against Goods Received Notes (GRNs) before payment processing. 
• Supporting Accounts Payable processes and supplier statement reconciliations. 
• Assisting in payroll preparation, including overtime and commission calculations. 
• Supporting statutory compliance processes including VAT, PAYE, and other deductions. 
• Assisting in budgeting and basic financial analysis. 
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation. 
• Supporting audit preparation and responding to audit requirements. 
• Performing any other finance-related duties as assigned.

Job Specifications and Qualifications

• CPA Foundation Level or CPA Part I qualification. 
• At least 2 years of accounting or finance experience. 
• Experience in POS reconciliations and inventory accounting will be an added advantage. 
• Proficiency in accounting software and strong Microsoft Excel skills. 
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail. 
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• High integrity and accountability.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.