Junior Accountant

ROLE OVERVIEW The Junior Accountant will support the Finance team in day-to-day accounting operations for CARIVA, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. This role is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, processing accounts receivable and payable, assisting with financial statement preparation, and supporting senior accountants during monthly and yearly closing activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and has a solid foundation in accounting principles. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES General Ledger & Journal Entries • Post and process journal entries accurately to ensure all business transactions are properly recorded • Update and maintain financial data in accounting databases to ensure information is accurate and readily available Accounts Receivable • Update accounts receivable records and issue customer invoices in a timely manner • Monitor outstanding balances and follow up as required Accounts Payable • Update accounts payable records and process vendor payments • Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies Financial Reporting & Statements • Assist in the preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial statements in accordance with legal and company accounting/financial guidelines • Prepare and submit weekly and monthly financial reports as required Payroll & Expense Support • Assist with reviewing expenses, payroll records, and related documentation as assigned Month-End / Year-End Support • Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly and yearly closing activities • Support other ad hoc accounting projects and tasks as assigned • Bachelor's degree in Commerce (BCom), Master's in Commerce (MCom), or MBA professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CMA) is a plus but not required • Minimum 2–3 years of proven experience as a Junior Accountant or in a similar accounting role • Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices • Good with numbers, figures, and analytical reasoning • Excellent organizational abilities and great attention to detail • Good communication skills • Excellent knowledge of MS Office; familiarity with accounting software ( SAP, JDE) is a plus