Employment Term
Temporary
Location
Port of Spain
Min Salary
0.00 TTD
Max Salary
0.00 TTD
Our client in the Banking and Finance Sector is seeking to hire on a Three (3) contract an Accounting Clerk for their Port of Spain Office.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Clerk to support the Finance Manager in the accurate accounting, reporting, and financial control functions of the organisation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical accounting skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the professionalism required to work in a fast-paced financial environment.

The Accounting Clerk will play an integral role in:

  • Maintaining an accurate General Ledger

  • Supporting both statutory and management financial reporting

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Accounting Support

  • Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with relevant accounting policies and procedures.

  • Perform key control procedures including bank reconciliations, sub-ledger reconciliations (loans, investments, fixed deposits), and updates to the fixed asset register.

  • Review and assess accounting treatment for routine transactions.

  • Support internal and external audit processes by preparing required schedules and fulfilling requests.

  • Manage the accounts payable process: recording supplier invoices, ensuring timely payments, and booking accruals.

  • Prepare various schedules, analyses, and computations as required.

Financial & Regulatory Reporting

  • Prepare regulatory returns including Central Bank returns, quarterly tax submissions, and withholding tax filings.

  • Assist in preparing simple financial statements and corresponding note disclosures.

  • Compile and submit other reports as directed by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications & Experience

  • B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent (e.g., ACCA Level 2).

  • Minimum two (2) years’ experience in accounting at the clerical or supervisory level.

  • Experience in a bank, life insurance company, or financial institution will be an asset.

Knowledge & Technical Competencies

  • Understanding of accounting principles, practices, and financial reporting standards (IAS/IFRS).

  • Working knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and tax laws.

  • Ability to prepare simple financial statements.

  • Familiarity with the organisation’s policies, procedures, products, and services.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Oracle Financials.

Skills & Personal Attributes

  • Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.

  • Excellent communication abilities.

  • High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and cost-awareness.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

  • Professionalism, integrity, and strict confidentiality.

  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, flexibility, and reliability.

  • Team-oriented with a willingness to take initiative and accept responsibility.

Additional Requirements

  • Ongoing education or pursuit of professional accounting qualifications is encouraged and considered an asset.