The Assistant Accountant will support the day-to-day accounting operations at Superdist, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness across all financial activities. The role involves managing transactions, maintaining financial records, assisting with reporting, and supporting both internal and external audits.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional eager to grow their career within a collaborative and performance-driven environment.

1. Banking & Cash Management

• Monitor daily bank balances and process entries on Sage.
• Prepare supplier payments (local and foreign) and handle cheque/cash deposits.
• Manage petty cash transactions and reconciliations.
• Liaise with banks for invoice discounting, stock advances, and related verifications.

2. Accounts Payable & Supplier Management

• Record local purchases and prepare purchase orders in Sage.
• Process supplier invoices and maintain digital records.
• Perform supplier reconciliations (local and foreign).
• Manage product returns and follow up on reimbursements.

3. Accounts Receivable & Debtors Management

• Verify and process client invoices and purchase orders on Sage.
• Follow up with clients on overdue payments and send account statements.
• Process rebates and consignment goods transactions.
• Reconcile partner consignment inventories.

4. Accounting Records & Reporting

• Process monthly expenses and journal entries.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and monitor trial balance accuracy.
• Maintain weekly stock valuation and support monthly stock takes.
• Assist with management accounts and cash flow forecasting.
• Cross-check and update import transactions on Sage.

5. Statutory Compliance & Taxation

• Prepare and submit VAT, IRSA, IR intermittent, TVA intermittent, CNAPS, ESIA, and FMFP returns.
• Ensure compliance with Malagasy tax regulations and statutory deadlines.

6. Payroll & HR Support

• Prepare payroll calculations, commissions, and employee contracts.
• Manage CNAPS registration and online follow-ups for new hires and leavers.

7. Administrative & Audit Support

• Maintain proper filing and digital archiving of accounting records.
• Upload invoices to client platforms as required.
• Support auditors, tax advisers, and management during reviews.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in accounting, preferably using Sage.
• Strong grasp of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of Malagasy tax laws and statutory returns is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

Personal Attributes

• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Team player with a proactive and adaptable attitude.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.