Job Brief
The accountant will serve as a skilled, disciplined, hardworking and detail-oriented member of Baker Tilly's internal finance team. The successful applicant will be tasked with: (i) maintaining accurate accounting records in accordance with established accounting policies and International Financial Reporting Standards; (ii) preparing precise and complete sets of management reporting, financial analysis, budgets, forecasts and financial statements; (iii) performing bank, supplier, debtor, and cash reconciliations among others; (iv) and supporting the internal finance team. This position is integral to upholding financial accuracy and operational transparency within a dynamic professional setting at Baker Tilly.
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Bookkeeping & Statutory
- Maintain accurate accounting records using basic double entry principles.
- Daily posting of transactions into the general ledger.
- Handle inter-company and partner account transactions where applicable.
- Prepare payment approval documentation prior to finalizing payments to suppliers.
- Always maintain documentation and records for all transactions.
- Assist internal finance team to finalize all monthly, quarterly, semesterly and annual compliance & statutory filings.Â
Account Preparation
- Prepare trial balances, profit & loss accounts, cash flows and balance sheets.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closings.
- Maintain fixed asset registers and calculate depreciation.
- Ensure ledger accuracy and perform necessary adjustments.
- Prepare consolidated financial management accounts & financial statements.
- Maintain a schedule of supplier payments and due dates.
- Reconcile supplier statements to the general ledger monthly.
- Reconcile bank statements and petty cash accounts monthly. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
- Monitor accounts payable and receivable aging schedules. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
- Support internal audit and compliance requirements.
Management Reporting
- Prepare detailed monthly financial management reports by lines of services.
- Prepare Income & expenditure reports.
- Prepare Margin, Markup and efficiency reports & analysis.
- Analyze Budget vs actual performance.
- Keep Cash flow forecasts up to date.
- Provide commentary on financial trends and anomalies to partners and management.
- Assist in forecasting and budget planning processes.
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Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role within an audit, consulting, industry or professional services firm.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, and/or ACCA (in progress).
- Strong command of double-entry bookkeeping and account preparation.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or ERP systems).
- Strong Excel skills, including Power BI or equivalent skills.
- Good understanding of financial reporting and internal controls.
- High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and handle confidential information.
- Experience in preparing management reports & financial analysis.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with time billing systems or audit firm practice management software.
- Knowledge of VAT, payroll processing, and local tax regulations.