Accounts Payable-Accountant – Boitekanelo College

Boitekanelo College, a leader In providing professional health care education programs Is seeking to recruit distinguished academic leaders and Industry professionals who are enthusiastic, Innovative and progressive with a strong commitment to diversity, academic quality and high standards of excellence. Successful candidates will be Joining the college during a period of unparalleled growth and momentous expansion. Applications are Invited from suitably qualified candidates for an opportunity to shape Boitekanelo College’s environment of teaching and learning for a new era

Accounts Payable-Accountant

The Accountant Is the owner of and therefore ultimately accountable for the country financial data, reporting and master data.This Is a key role within the finance structure, forming the backbone of all financial processing and services, with focus on Expenditure both operational and capital. Also pertinent to the role is provision of tax advise, computations and declarations In line with regulations to ensure compliance at all times.

The Accounts Payable Accountant will be responsible for providing financial and administrative support to the Finance Manager and key reporting and following the finance department processes and procedures In adherence to the College Strategy

Closing Date: 14 August 2021

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review ledger postings of all Invoices and ledger postings of supplier payments and ensure that all data entry Is accurate
• Review all payment vouchers, ensure requested payment Is for invoices which have been posted in the ledger and expenditure actually Incurred
• Liaise with suppliers on outstanding Invoices and statements and resolve supplier queries
• Perform monthly control account reconciliations (sub ledger to ledger accounts)
• Prepare accounts payable payment schedules for Finance Manager’s approval
• Prepare EFT payments and process payments for approval
• Ensure that the fixed assets register Is up to date and relevant Journals fed to the Ledger monthly
• Ensure timely payments to BURS for PAYE/ SAT etc
• Support audits by compiling the required audit schedules
• Support other accounting sections, perform other accounting tasks, and participate in accounting projects on required basis.
• Manage weekly cashflows schedules and reporting
• Ensure that the month end procedures for accounts payable, cash book, fixed assets, payroll and general ledger are performed correctly and at the correct time
• Submission of monthly complete checklist for

ALL account areas

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Understand Business Ethics and Values.
• Proficiency In Sage Pastel Systems
• In depth knowledge of applicable tax laws
• Excellent general computer literacy
• Strong computer skills (MS Office suit)

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Part Qualified • ACCA /CIMA or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• At-least three (3) years’experience In an accounting field
• Member of Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA)

The college offers attractive remuneration packages which are commensurate with the position and market trends.