LAPARKAN: Accounting Clerk – Jamaica – Kingston

Accounting Clerk – Jamaica – Kingston

A well-established Global Freight Forwarding Company, located in Kingston is seeking the services of a qualified and competent individual for the position of an Accounting Clerk.
 
This position is responsible for providing accounting support to the Accounts Department. Updating and maintaining accounting journals, ledgers and other records. Detailing business transactions (e.g., disbursement of cheques, expense vouchers, receipts, etc.), verifying the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents or records and daily postings into computer system using available computer program. Compiling data and preparing a variety of reports.
Reconciling records for external vendors or customers, analyzing general ledger accounts and ensuring files are completed and maintained as needed.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare Credit Card Reconciliation.
• Preparation of invoices/receipts for customers.
• Post credit card transactions and verify with statement.
• Assist with annual budget preparation.
• Prepare Bank Reconciliation and maintain in house balance spread sheet.
• Prepare, post and disburse cheques, also notify customers when cheque is ready.
• Prepare monthly journal entries.
• Post transactions and key daily worksheets to the general ledger.
• Monitor and also prepare monthly payables/receivables report.
• Maintain files for audit and internal purpose.
• Prepare payments for all bills which include utilities, etc.
• Monthly payroll preparation.

Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience in Accounts Payables, Receivables and other accounting functions.
• An Associate Degree or level 2 Accounting Certification.
• A minimum of 3-5 years experience as an Accounting Clerk.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications including Word, Excel & Outlook.

MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS AND SPECIALISED TECHNIQUES:

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to multitask
• Work well under pressure
• Excellent problem solving and negotiation skills
• Must have impeccable customer service skills and be an excellent communicator
• Ability to communicate effectively on all levels.

 

Please note: The successful candidate must be willing to work flexible hours and demonstrate a high level of professionalism, loyalty and trustworthiness in the
conduct of his/her duties.
 

Interested candidates, please submit your resumes to hrjamaica@laparkan.com Applications will be accepted until April 30th, 2025.

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