Junior Assistant Accountant

This is a full-time Junior Assistant Accountant role based in Georgetown. The role supports the finance team with everyday bookkeeping, transaction processing and financial administration. You will work closely with Finance Manager to make sure financial records are accurate and up to date.

Certificate or diploma in accounting, finance or a related field (Grades 1 or 2 passes at CSEC accounting will be considered as well as passes at Level one (1) CAT).

Working knowledge of bookkeeping and double-entry accounting is required

Understanding of General Ledger Maintenance, Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable, and Journal Entries.

Familiarity with Guyana's Statutory and Tax Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Strong attention to detail, accuracy and a high level of integrity and confidentiality.

Good communication skills and ability to work in a team

Record daily financial transactions in the accounting system

Reconcile bank statements and supplier and customer accounts

Managing Accounts Payables and Accounts Receivables

Maintain filing systems for financial records and supporting documents

Supporting scheduled internal audit activities

Assist Finance Manager with month-end and year-end closing tasks