Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant is responsible for managing daily financial operations and provide support to our procurement process, ensuring smooth order fulfillment and shipment coordination.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Operations:

• Process accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing & vendor payments.

• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger postings.

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including accruals and prepayments.

• Prepare and process expense reports and staff claims.

• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation in compliance with local regulations.

• Support the preparation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts as required.

• Handle petty cash management.

Procurement & Import Support:

• Assist in generating and processing purchase orders for local and international goods and services.

• Coordinate with suppliers and freight forwarders for import shipments, ensuring adherence to shipping schedules and import regulations.

• Prepare and review import documentation (e.g., Bill of Lading, Air Waybill, packing lists, customs declarations, Certificates of Origin) for accuracy and completeness.

• Track the status of all incoming and outgoing shipments and provide regular updates to relevant departments.

• Verify received goods against purchase orders, identify and resolve discrepancies, and coordinate with suppliers for returns or replacements.

• Maintain organized procurement and import records, including vendor agreements and shipping logs.
  

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Diploma or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or a related field.

• Proven experience in a finance or accounting role.

• Familiarity with basic procurement processes is a plus.

• Proficiency in accounting software (Auto Count) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.