Account Assistant

About the role

The Account Assistant will join the finance team in Accra, supporting daily accounting operations and ensuring accurate financial records. This full‑time, on‑site position offers exposure to bookkeeping, credit control, payroll assistance, and invoicing processes.

Key responsibilities

• Post financial transactions and reconcile accounts on a regular basis.
• Maintain accurate ledgers and prepare basic financial reports for management.
• Manage petty cash, including cash handling, recording, and reconciliation.
• Assist credit control activities by monitoring receivables and following up on overdue payments.
• Support payroll and invoicing processes, ensuring timely processing.
• File and organize financial documentation and collaborate with internal teams to resolve account queries.
• Communicate with suppliers, clients, and colleagues to ensure timely payments and receipts.

Required profile

• Minimum 1 year experience in an accounting or finance support role.
• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in bookkeeping, ledger management, and financial reporting.
• Experience with Zoho Books or similar cloud‑based accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, Sage Business Cloud Accounting).
• Background in credit control and receivables monitoring.
• Comfortable handling petty cash and performing reconciliations.
• Proficiency with MS Excel or comparable spreadsheet tools.
• High attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

Required skills

• Zoho Books (or QuickBooks Online, Xero, Sage Business Cloud Accounting)
• MS Excel
• Bookkeeping
• Ledger management
• Financial reporting
• Credit control
• Petty cash handling