Southern Taxi Association – Senior Accountant Deadline for applications is Friday 10th August, 2018.

Southern Taxi Association - Senior Accountant
The Southern Taxi Association is seeking suitably qualified and experienced persons to join our team in the capacity of Senior Accountant.
Education/Experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant accounting certification
  • Experience as a financial controller, accounting supervisor, chief or senior accountant
  • Familiarity with financial accounting statements
  • Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
  • Experience with accounting software packages, particularly Sage 50 Accounting (Peachtree)
Skills/Competencies
  • Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
  • In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Advance knowledge of Excel
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Excellent at time management
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Works well with a team, but is also self-directed
  • Strong ethical background
Responsibilities
  • Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
  • Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
  • Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
  • Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
  • Provide technical support and advice to the management committee
  • Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
  • Supervise accounting and ancillary staff
  • Provide input into the Association’s goal setting process
  • Prepare financial statements and budget as necessary
  • Prepare for the Association’s annual audit
  • Plan, assign and review staff’s work
  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
  • Liaise with the management committee.
Please forward a cover letter and complete resume, including references to hr@southerntaxi.com. We will acknowledge receipt of all applications received and will contact candidates selected for an interview subsequently. Deadline for applications is Friday 10th August, 2018.

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