Assistant Accountant

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The opportunity

At EY, we strive to help all of our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone’s contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth, and provides continuous opportunities for development.

We currently have an excellent career opportunity in our Trinidad office for the position Assistant Accountant. The selected candidate must have a broad knowledge of accounting and finance concepts and utilize independent judgment to complete assignments and resolve issues. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the following:

Your key responsibilities

• Perform general accounting activities including reconciliation and analysis of general ledger accounts.
• Preparation and review of journal entries
• Assist in the Preparation of financial statements
• Generate reports for Technology cost and process journals for accrual for Trinidad
• Monthly Fixed Assets: - Manage the integrity of Fixed Assets records i.e. Additions, Retirements and any other changes for Trinidad
• Quarterly Green Fund Levy and Corporation tax Calculations
• VAT Returns: - Preparation of VAT
• Monthly Inter-company accounts: - Review and ensure the accounts reconciles with its respective trading partner and follow up on reconciling issues for Trinidad
• Assist in the preparation of Quarterly Reports
• Preparation and Review of Balance Sheet schedules monthly
• Preparation of the FX Revaluation reports monthly
• Prepare Annual IT Consumables and Depreciation budget
• Review and approval of Bank Reconciliations
• Preparation of cash flow statements
• Assist with the accurate and timely close of accounting cycle
• Assist with special projects as required and any other ad hoc duties that may arise

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to understand the expectations of customers and deliver service that meets or exceeds customers' needs within policy guidelines
• The ability to identify and resolve issues that impact the delivery of quality service
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A positive, "can-do" attitude and approach to responsibilities; the ability to assist and support leadership in addressing new challenges and changes
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and support skills across different organizational teams

What we look for

• Currently pursuing a professional accounting qualification i.e. ACCA, CA, CIMA, CPA
• Approximately 3-5 years’ experience in a professional environment in a finance/ business capacity

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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