OUR MISSION

West Tech Shipping is dedicated to getting your goods to you quickly, while consistently offering world class customer service, by the most efficient team, demonstrating strong dependability and providing competitive pricing.

OPERATIONS ACCOUNTANT

The Operations Accountant role is critical in verifying financial records adhere to company and industry standards and requirements. This will be done by continually reviewing financial documents, recording and confirming transactions, and consistently ensuring accurate financial reporting is maintained throughout the fiscal year.

The ideal candidate must also be an effective leader, as he/she will provide guidance and assistance to the junior team members, and make well-informed recommendations for improvements and updates to the existing accounting systems; towards promoting increased efficiency, profitability and controlling of costs.

JOB DUTIES

Cash Management

• Oversee the management and tracking of the company's cash.
• Ensure all discrepancies are investigated and resolved.
• Update and improve the various cash management processes.

Account Reconciliation

• Perform regular account reconciliations to ensure accuracy between statements and company records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies or variances identified during the reconciliation process.
• Monitor outstanding transactions to reconcile any discrepancies promptly.

Month-End Reconciliations

• Assist in month-end closing activities, including reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Prepare various financial reports and schedules as required for management review.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end procedures.

Quotations Approval & Payables

• Review and approve vendor quotations for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices and proper allocation to respective cost centers or projects.
• Conduct thorough review and analysis of accounts payable transactions.
• Coordinate with various departments to verify the validity of payables and obtain necessary approvals.
• Prepare and process payments to vendors accurately and on time, utilizing appropriate payment methods (e.g., checks, electronic transfers).
• Maintain vendor relationships and address inquiries or concerns regarding payments in a professional manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• At least 3 years general accounting experience and knowledge in a public accounting firm or private company
• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• A strong passion for technology and its potential to streamline and automate accounting processes
• Knowledge and high-level working ability with accounting software systems including QuickBooks, as well as Microsoft Office Suite; particularly Excel (this includes VLOOKUP's and pivot tables )
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently to deadlines
• Extremely detail-oriented with the ability to apply a thorough and analytical approach to tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• .Flexible with the ability to work long hours and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision

*Deadline: Friday February 21, 2025 @8pm. (Available for Immediate Hire)

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Last updated on Aug 6, 2024