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Junior Accountant
Erbil-Kurdistan Region · full-time · onsite
Job details
Reference: JOB-2026-148
- Location
- Erbil-Kurdistan Region
- Contract type
- Full-Time
- Work arrangement
- On-site
Job description
Role Summary
The Junior Accountant supports the Finance team by recording and reconciling the company's daily financial transactions, with a focus on cash-on-delivery collections and driver cash settlements. Working under the Finance Manager, the role keeps cash, bank and ledger records accurate, complete and ready for month-end closing.
Key Responsibilities
Transactions and Records
Record daily financial transactions in the accounting system, including cash receipts, payments and expenses.
Post every transaction to the correct account and cost centre.
Check invoices, payment requests and supporting documents for accuracy and approval before processing.
Keep complete, well-organised files for every financial transaction.
Cash and Collections
Monitor and reconcile cash-on-delivery collections received from drivers.
Track driver cash settlements and follow up on any outstanding balances until they are resolved.
Keep daily cashbooks and petty cash records up to date and reconcile them.
Reconciliations and Balances
Reconcile bank accounts, cash balances and branch transactions on a regular basis.
Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
Monitor outstanding customer and supplier balances and follow up on them.
Reporting and Closing
Support month-end closing activities.
Help prepare monthly financial reports.
Carry out other accounting duties assigned by the Finance Manager.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
One to two years of experience in accounting or a similar role preferred.
Technical Skills
Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and good knowledge of the wider Microsoft Office suite.
Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning systems or other accounting software is an advantage.
Personal Attributes
High attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.