About AaP Consulting

AaP Consulting, a leading consulting firm, is seeking to fill the position of an Accounting Associate who will be responsible for managing multiple client files and providing complete accounting, taxation, and digital services.

Position description

This role requires someone who is organised, detail-oriented, analytical, able to meet deadlines, and comfortable communicating directly with regulatory bodies such as TRA, NSSF, WCF, BRELA, etc.

Responsibilities

• Review client record keeping processes and prepare management reports.
• Provide guidance and advice to clients in relation to reports and services provided.
• Complete bookkeeping for clients where applicable.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports accordingly.
• Prepare and file statutory returns as per provided standards and within stipulated timelines.
• Ensure all reports and returns comply with prevailing regulations and guidelines.
• Process the registration and documentation of new client businesses/companies.
• Handle TRA and other government offices correspondence, notices, audits, reviews, and information requests.
• Identify accounting or tax issues and bring them to management with proposed solutions.
• Provide basic tax planning and advisory support to clients.
• Maintain organized client files and ensure all deadlines are met.

Skills and competencies

• Ability to work independently and efficiently without constant direct supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities and duties.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.
• Experience managing multiple client files simultaneously.
• Ability to identify ways to improve processes to enhance quality and/or outcomes.
• Proven ability to expect and solve problems.

Requirements and qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
• Possessing a CPA (T) certification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in accounting or finance-related roles.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and taxation.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Tally, or Sage.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Review client record keeping processes and prepare management reports.
• Provide guidance and advice to clients in relation to reports and services provided.
• Complete bookkeeping for clients where applicable.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports accordingly.
• Prepare and file statutory returns as per provided standards and within stipulated timelines.
• Ensure all reports and returns comply with prevailing regulations and guidelines.
• Process the registration and documentation of new client businesses/companies.
• Handle TRA and other government offices correspondence, notices, audits, reviews, and information requests.
• Identify accounting or tax issues and bring them to management with proposed solutions.
• Provide basic tax planning and advisory support to clients.
• Maintain organized client files and ensure all deadlines are met.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently without constant direct supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities and duties.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.
• Experience managing multiple client files simultaneously.
• Ability to identify ways to improve processes to enhance quality and/or outcomes.
• Proven ability to expect and solve problems.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
• Possessing a CPA (T) certification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in accounting or finance-related roles.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and taxation.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Tally, or Sage.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.