Assistant Accountant

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Assistant Accountant

Industry: commercial real estate | Colombo

Responsibilities

• Prepare company and consolidated financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and update the accounting system, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely recording of all financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to support management decision-making.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, including collections and receivables, to ensure healthy liquidity levels.
• Coordinate with external auditors, internal stakeholders, and regulatory authorities to support audit and compliance requirements.
• Handle all statutory matters with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD), including tax filings and related correspondence.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and support financial planning and variance analysis activities.
• Manage ERP administration tasks, ensuring system controls, data integrity, and proper usage across the organization.
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance in a similar role.
• Member or passed finalist of ACA / CIMA / ACCA with a sound understanding of accounting principles and standards.
• Strong experience in financial reporting, statutory compliance, and audit coordination.
• Practical exposure to ERP systems and accounting software with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to liaise effectively with banks, auditors, and statutory bodies in a professional manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide meaningful insights to management.