Financial Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and financial transactions. Use accounting software and systems to record, organize, and store financial data efficiently. Bookkeeping: Perform bookkeeping tasks such as recording income and expenses, reconciling bank statements, tracking inventory, and maintaining petty cash accounts. Ensure that financial transactions are properly documented, classified, and summarized according to accounting standards. Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements, reports, and analyses, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and budget variance analyses. Present financial information to management, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities to facilitate decision-making and compliance. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development of budgets, financial forecasts, and financial projections for future periods based on historical data, market trends, and business goals. Monitor actual performance against budgeted targets and identify variances for analysis and corrective action. Tax Compliance: Prepare and file tax returns, including income tax returns, sales tax returns, and payroll tax returns, in compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations. Ensure timely and accurate submission of tax filings and payments to avoid penalties and interest charges. Auditing and Assurance: Assist in internal audits, external audits, and financial reviews to evaluate the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records and internal controls. Collaborate with auditors and regulatory agencies to address audit findings and ensure compliance with audit requirements. Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data, trends, and performance metrics to assess the financial health and operational efficiency of organizations. Identify opportunities for cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and process improvement through financial analysis and benchmarking. Cash Management: Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital by monitoring cash balances, forecasting cash needs, and optimizing cash management strategies. Implement cash management policies and procedures to maximize cash efficiency and minimize financial risks. Internal Controls: Establish and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards. Implement segregation of duties, authorization controls, and review procedures to mitigate financial risks and protect organizational assets. Financial Planning and Strategy: Contribute to financial planning initiatives and strategic decision-making processes by providing financial insights, analysis, and recommendations. Collaborate with management teams to develop financial strategies, business plans, and investment proposals to achieve organizational goals and objectives. Professional Development: Stay updated on accounting principles, financial regulations, and industry trends through continuing education, professional development seminars, and certifications. Maintain professional certifications, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or Chartered Accountant (CA), as required. Ethical Standards: Adhere to ethical standards, integrity, and confidentiality in handling financial information and conducting accounting activities. Uphold professional ethics and standards of conduct established by professional accounting organizations, regulatory bodies, and codes of ethics.