A vacancy has arisen for the post of Accounts Executive within BigMat, reporting to the Financial Controller. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing accounting records, ensuring compliance with regulations, preparing management accounts, overseeing accounting operations, analysing financial data, taking a leading role in the auditing processes, and ensuring accuracy of financial information.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Preparing monthly management accounts and other internal financial reports such as performance analysis in line with pre-set deadlines
Using management accounting techniques to generate data and information relevant to decision-making
Correctly applying the latest accounting procedures in line with applicable financial reporting standards (such as IFRS) and relevant legislation
Overseeing accounting operations and ensuring the correctness of accounting records and control accounts, including cash control and inventory-related records
Supervising and assisting the finance team with day-to-day activity, including bookkeeping clerks
Assisting in treasury requirements of the company, including preparing supplier payments
Assisting in the preparation of budgets and financial statements
Liaising with external auditors before and during the yearly statutory audit
Preparing, reviewing, and timely submitting the quarterly VAT returns

Level of Education Standard and Experience Required

MQF Level 6 (Degree)
Licences / Certificates Required - Mid-way through the ACCA qualification
Years of Working Experience - Minimum of two to three years
Type of Working Experience - Accountant or similar role; retail industry
Languages- Written / Spoken - Strong written communication skills in English

Compatibility with the Company’s Values

Possess an aptitude towards creating a safe environment for himself and others
Be able to commit and provide quality to his/her line of work
Strive to create a customer-driven approach
Believe that teamwork makes work more efficient and leads to better productivity
Show respect and integrity at the workplace and be able to work in a team
Believe that continuous professional development is the key to continue growing within the Company and are keen to attend training as required
Cultivate a strong understanding of key social and environmental issues

Competencies

Leadership / Management
- People management and supervisory skills to supervise a team
- Personnel management skills
- Negotiation and Leadership skills
- The ability to manage conflicts
Personal
- A methodical and meticulous approach
- Good organisational skills
- Capable of building productive relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders
- Hands-on with a can-do attitude
- Analytic skills, with attention to detail
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Accuracy
- Time management skills
- The ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Technical (Specific to the Job)
- Knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
- Knowledge of financial reporting and accounting standards and regulations
- The ability to explain financial information clearly and coherently to clients or management
- Proficiency in Mathematics
Information Technology
- Advanced MS Excel skills
Health and Safety
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures

Accounts Executive

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