{"id":6756,"date":"2026-01-07T11:28:21","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T08:28:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mlingei.ptcholombxn.com\/pukka_jobs\/?p=6756"},"modified":"2026-01-28T01:19:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T22:19:06","slug":"branch-accountant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mlingei.ptcholombxn.com\/pukka_jobs\/2026\/01\/07\/branch-accountant\/","title":{"rendered":"Branch Accountant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Purpose of the Role<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Responsible for managing all accounting activities at the branch, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting while supporting operational efficiency and business performance.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Key Accountabilities<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Record daily sales, expenses, and branch transactions accurately and on time.<\/li>\n<li>Monitor and reconcile accounts receivable (customer collections) and accounts payable.<\/li>\n<li>Manage branch petty cash and ensure timely submission of expense claims.<\/li>\n<li>Perform monthly inventory reconciliations and report discrepancies immediately.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure adherence to company accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting timelines.<\/li>\n<li>Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation.<\/li>\n<li>Submit periodic financial reports (daily\/weekly\/monthly) to the Finance Department and Branch Manager.<\/li>\n<li>Support the Commercial Controller in branch operations and ad-hoc assignments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.<\/li>\n<li>Accuracy and timeliness of financial records and reports.<\/li>\n<li>Effective monitoring of accounts receivable, cash collection, and working capital.<\/li>\n<li>Resolution of discrepancies in inventory and financial reporting.<\/li>\n<li>Act as the finance Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for the branch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Requirements (Experience, Knowledge, Qualifications)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Experience:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Minimum 3\u20134 years of relevant finance\/accounting experience.<\/li>\n<li>Prior experience in a similar accounting role.<\/li>\n<li>Experience in FMCG or similar industries is preferred.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Knowledge &amp; Skills:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.<\/li>\n<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency with ERP\/accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills.<\/li>\n<li>Effective decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Qualifications:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Diploma or Bachelor\u2019s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.<\/li>\n<li>Professional accounting qualification (CPA\/ACCA) preferred.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.<\/li>\n<li>Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Decision Rights<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Approve petty cash disbursements within defined limits.<\/li>\n<li>Authorize branch-level expense claims as per company policy.<\/li>\n<li>Recommend corrective actions for financial discrepancies.<\/li>\n<li>Escalate financial risks or irregularities to the Commercial Controller.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Competencies Required<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and cash flow management.<\/li>\n<li>Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in all financial transactions and reporting.<\/li>\n<li>Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.<\/li>\n<li>Problem Solving: Proactively addresses issues, discrepancies, and operational challenges.<\/li>\n<li>Communication: Clear and effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.<\/li>\n<li>Teamwork &amp; Collaboration: Works effectively across cross-functional teams.<\/li>\n<li>Integrity &amp; Ethics: Upholds high ethical standards and ensures compliance with policies.<\/li>\n<li>Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to changing business needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Purpose of the Role Responsible for managing all accounting activities at the branch, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting while supporting operational efficiency and business performance. Key Accountabilities Record daily sales, expenses, and branch transactions accurately and on time. Monitor and reconcile accounts receivable (customer collections) and accounts payable. 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