Article Assistant Accountant

About the Role

The Article Assistant Accountant will support the accounting, tax and advisory team in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant financial services to clients. This full-time remote role involves assisting with bookkeeping, preparation of financial statements, tax computations, and working papers under supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Posting journal entries
• Reconciling accounts
• Organizing source documents
• Supporting month-end and year-end closing activities
• Preparing management reports
• Assisting with compliance filings
• Contributing to analytical reviews and basic financial diagnostics
• Maintaining organized electronic records
• Communicating with clients in a professional manner
• Continuously learning relevant accounting standards, taxation rules, and firm procedures

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in financial accounting and reporting, including knowledge of basic accounting principles and preparation of ledgers and trial balances.
• Skills in bookkeeping and account reconciliation, including handling bank reconciliations, vendor and customer accounts, and supporting month-end close.
• Understanding of taxation fundamentals and compliance, with the ability to assist in preparing tax computations, supporting schedules, and regulatory filings.
• Proficiency with accounting software and productivity tools, such as spreadsheets, word processing, and cloud-based document management systems.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, calculations, and documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a remote environment and interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while handling multiple client assignments under supervision.
• Enrollment in or completion of an accounting, finance, or related professional qualification (e.g., degree or certification program) is highly beneficial.
• Interest in advisory and business consulting, with a willingness to learn about corporate governance, business diagnostics, and growth strategies.
• Commitment to ethics, confidentiality, and continuous professional development in accounting and taxation.