Assistant Finance Officer

assisting with financial functions like budgeting, forecasting, and reporting; performing day-to-day accounting tasks such as invoicing and bank reconciliations; ensuring compliance with financial and legal requirements; and analyzing financial data to provide insights to senior management. The role involves a mix of financial analysis, operational accounting, and team support to help achieve the organization's financial goals.

Key responsibilities

• Financial reporting and analysis:
• Assist in drafting budgets, income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial reports to senior management.

• Budgeting and forecasting:
• Help develop and manage the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.

• Accounting operations:
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including processing invoices, payments, and receipts.
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage general ledger entries.
• Ensure the accuracy and quality control of financial transactions and records.

• Compliance and administration:
• Assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns and other government reports (like GST).
• Ensure the organization complies with all relevant financial laws and regulations.
• Manage and maintain financial procedures and guidelines.

• Team and stakeholder support:
• Provide financial advice and support to other departments.
• Assist in supervising, training, and developing junior finance staff.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, and external advisors.

Required skills and qualifications

• A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of financial management principles and statutory obligations.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs45,000.00 - Rs55,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person