Website Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC)
The Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Assistant to join our team. The Accounting Assistant will play a key role in supporting our finance department in various accounting tasks and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records.
Responsibilities:
- Perform accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
- Support the month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries and reconciling bank statements and performing other Balance Sheet account reconciliations.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports
- Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and analysis.
- Assist with grant accounting, including tracking grant expenses and preparing financial reports for funders.
- Provide support during annual audits and assist in responding to audit inquiries.
- Assist with budget preparation
- Preparation and timely submission of Government remittances, ensuring that these are properly reviewed and authorized.
- Perform other accounting and administrative tasks as assigned by the Financial Controller or Executive Director
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or 2nd Level Professional Designation eg. ACCA
- At least two years experience in a similar role
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g. SAGE).
- Proficiency in ICT would be an asset.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Remuneration: Will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Deadline: Applications should be submitted to [email protected]. no later than Tuesday 23rd April 2024 and should be addressed to:
Executive Director
P.O. Box CP5907
Castries, Saint Lucia
To apply for this Job email your details to vacancy@carilec.org