Job Description
About Us
Accounting Assistant - Pee Bee Management Services (Pvt) Ltd
Pee Bee Management Services (Private) Limited, was incorporated in 1979, with the primary objective of introducing an array of Soft Disposable Tissue Paper products to Sri Lanka, and in 1980 launched Flora Tissues, which remains as the flagship brand, to date. The brand benefits from strong loyalty from consumers who consider Flora Tissue products to be unique, hygienic, and innovative. The Company has been recognised by many different organisations, in Sri Lanka and globally as a Brand Leader, and has the honour of receiving certifications and awards, as a Brand leader in the category.
Job Description
We are seeking a young, energetic accounts assistant. You will be working directly with our accounts team. We are looking for someone who has:
- Solid low-level accountancy and basic bookkeeping skills
- Computer literacy and working knowledge of accounting packages (Quickbooks, MS Excel)
- Solid understanding of financial systems and processes
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate financial data and make recommendations.
- Willing to work flexible hours (5.5 day work week)
- Strong understanding of local tax laws
- Excellent communication skills, both English & Sinhala
- Applicants from the Homagama area preferred but not mandatory.
Key responsibilities
- Support with managing taxes and related duties
- Administrative and bookkeeping support
- Review and reconciliation activities
- Support the preparation of management accounts and month-end duties
Qualifications and Skills
Technical qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in accounts field
- Minimum 1-2 years relevant previous experience
- Knowledge of QuickBooks Accounting software
- Strong competency of MS Excel
Soft skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to learn and take direction from the team
- Proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
- Multitask and work flexibly to deal with multiple creative requests at a time
- Attention to detail
- Good time management and organisational capability
Benefits
- Immediate vacancy
- Professional development opportunities
- Competitive salary - An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the right candidate.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV (And portfolio, if available) together with contact numbers of 1 non-related referee to [email protected].
All interested parties should respond within 5 days of this advertisement.
