Certified Public Accountant  

Key Responsibilities:

A. Financial Recordkeeping and Reporting

• Record daily financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting principles.
• Prepare basic financial reports, including trial balances, ledger summaries, and account reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain and update records of loan transactions, repayments, and adjustments.

B. Payroll Processing and Verification

• Assist in the preparation of payroll by ensuring the accuracy of salaries, benefits, and deductions.
• Double-check payroll computations for accuracy before processing payments.
• Ensure timely and accurate crediting of salaries to employees’ accounts.
• Assist in resolving payroll discrepancies and responding to employee inquiries related to payroll.

C. Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Process and verify invoices for payment and ensure proper documentation.
• Assist in tracking and recording accounts receivable, including loan payments and interest income.
• Follow-up on outstanding receivables and coordinate with clients or internal teams to resolve discrepancies.

D. Tax Compliance and Filings

• Support the preparation and submission of tax returns, including VAT, withholding taxes, and income taxes.
• Ensure proper documentation of tax-related transactions and compliance with local regulations.
• Assist in preparing supporting documents for tax audits and assessments.

E. Loan Account Reconciliation

• Monitor loan accounts to ensure accurate posting of repayments, interest, and fees.
• Assist in reconciling discrepancies in loan accounts and coordinating with the Loan Management team to resolve issues.
• Maintain organized records of all loan-related financial transactions.

F. Internal Controls and Auditing Support

• Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls to ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing requested documents and clarifications.
• Identify areas for process improvement and recommend corrective actions to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

G. Budgeting and Expense Monitoring

• Support the preparation of departmental budgets and track actual expenses against projections.
• Assist in analyzing variances and reporting findings to the VP for Loan Management and Accounting.
• Ensure all expenses are properly recorded and categorized in the financial system.

H. Other Accounting-related Tasks

• Perform other accounting-related tasks or responsibilities as directed by the VP for Loan Management and Accounting.
• Support special projects, campaigns, or initiatives as required to achieve business objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Active CPA license in good standing
• Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant accounting or audit experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities