The Accountant will play a vital supporting role in the financial team, working closely with the Finance Manager to ensure efficient financial operations. This role involves managing the full spectrum of accounting processes for CEC Renewables Limited, including raising payments, maintaining accurate financial records, compliance management, preparing financial statements, budgeting, assisting with various accounting functions, contributing to financial reporting, and providing support in payroll management, and supporting strategic financial planning. The job holder will report to the Finance Manager.

Key Accountabilities

• Processing payroll, ensuring accurate and timely payments to employees.
• Maintain payroll records and address employee queries related to payroll.
• Lead maintenance of accurate financial records for both operations and management accounting.
• Preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Prepare budgets for the unit and organisation and monitor expenditure against budgets.
• Support financial analysis processes to identify trends and areas for financial improvement.
• Prepare reports to communicate financial performance.
• Preparing tax returns, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Contribute to compliance efforts, preparing documentation for audits.
• Handle administrative tasks related to financial operations.
• Manage documentation and filing of records.
• Monitoring daily cash balances and ensuring adequate funds are available for operational needs.
• Prepare and reconcile bank statements, identifying and resolving discrepancies on time.
• Process payments and receipts, including electronic transfers, cheques, and petty cash transactions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all bank transactions in the accounting system.
• Prepare month-end and year-end closing processes by compiling cash and bank schedules.

To be considered for this role, you will be required to have:

• A Grade 12 certificate with credit or better in at least 5 subjects, including English.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or a recognised Professional Qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, or CA.
• Five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Experience with ERP or other accounting systems.
• Strong writing skills and ability to deliver organised and complete reports.
• Understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other accounting software.
• Registration with relevant accounting professional bodies.