Accounting Clerk (Kingston, Jamaica) - Kingston Bookshop

 

JOB OBJECTIVE

Responsible for providing support to the accounting function through filing, data entry and the preparation of ad hoc reports.

KEY FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Reconciles sales lodgements with the bank statements
• Verifies and enters sales data into the accounting system
• Prepares statements and reports e.g. cash sales payment entries spreadsheet, as required
• Records petty cash allocations and reconciles transactions on a weekly basis
• Assists in entering missing RMS invoices and credit notes into the accounting system
• Maintains the record-keeping system by sorting and filing documents
• Enters data into the system e. g. statutory deductions for temporary employees, as required
• Assists with the preparation of wages for temporary employees
• Ensures observance and strict adherence to all safety and housekeeping policies and practices.
• Provides appropriate customer service, internally and externally.
• Develops and maintains good relationships with customers.
• Performs any other related duty assigned from time to time.

JOB SPECIFICATION / COMPETENCIES

• Secondary education with passes in at least five (5) CXC subjects, including English Language, Mathematics and Accounting.

Required Experience:

• Two (2) years of working experience in a similar capacity

Required Competencies:

• Proficiency in the use of computer software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems and exercise good judgement
• Ability to work under pressure and without constant supervision
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and focus on details
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate activities
• Energetic and pleasing personality 

Email: hr@kingstonbookshop.com