Accounts Assistant

To support our finance team, we are seeking a qualified and dedicated Accounts Assistant. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, maintaining organized financial records, and assisting in cash collection and reporting activities. This role is execution-focused and requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to deadlines.

Key Responsibilities Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in line with company procedures.
• Verify invoices against supporting documents (POs, delivery notes where applicable).
• Prepare supplier payments and maintain payment schedules.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve.

2. Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Prepare and issue client invoices as instructed.
• Record incoming payments and allocate against invoices.
• Maintain up-to-date customer aging reports.
• Follow up on overdue payments and support collection.

3. Bank & Cash

• Perform bank reconciliations on a regular basis.
• Record all receipts and payments accurately in the system.
• Maintain petty cash and perform monthly reconciliation.

4. Month-End & Reporting Support

• Ensure all transactions are recorded before month-end closing.
• Assist in preparation of basic financial reports.
• Maintain proper filing of all financial documents (electronic and hard copy).
• Support internal and external audits when required.

5. Compliance & Control

• Follow company financial procedures and approval processes.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and traceability of all entries.
• Flag discrepancies or unusual transactions to Finance Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or similar.
• 1–3 years’ experience in accounting support role.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Sage, Oracle, or similar).
• Strong Excel skills (basic formulas, reconciliations).
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organized, reliable, and able to meet deadlines.
• Clear communication and follow-up discipline.

Are you interested?

Please send your CV to hr-lsme@lodige.com, stating your availability. Applicants who do not receive notification or an invitation for interview within 4 weeks may consider their application unsuccessful.