Senior Accountant

Company Overview:

Ashah Rangin Co., Ltd is a trusted supplier of electrical equipment, specializing in wires, cables, transformers, and power distribution solutions. We actively participate in national tenders and projects with agencies such as Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS) and other government and private sector entities. Our operations include both B2B and B2C sales, with a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Accountant to take full responsibility for the company’s financial and accounting operations. This role will oversee all aspects of accounting, from daily bookkeeping to strategic financial planning, ensuring compliance with regulations and supporting the company’s growth. The Senior Accountant will work directly with senior management and will be the main point of contact for all internal and external financial matters.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. General Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Manage the full accounting cycle, including journal entries, ledgers, and reconciliations.
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of all financial transactions.
- Ensure proper classification and posting of expenses, revenues, and assets.

2. Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Process supplier invoices, verify supporting documents, and ensure timely payments.
- Issue and track customer invoices, follow up on outstanding receivables, and manage credit control.
- Maintain detailed vendor and customer account records.

3. Payroll & Statutory Compliance
- Prepare and process monthly payroll, including overtime, allowances, and deductions.
- Calculate and submit staff taxes, social contributions, and other statutory returns on time.
- Ensure compliance with national tax laws, labor laws, and financial regulations.

4. Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Generate management reports such as profit & loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analyses.
- Present financial insights and recommendations to management for decision-making.

5. Budgeting & Forecasting
- Develop and monitor annual budgets and forecasts in coordination with management.
- Track performance against budgets and highlight variances for corrective actions.
- Prepare cost and profitability analyses for projects, tenders, and product lines.

6. Banking & Cash Flow Management
- Reconcile bank accounts and oversee cash management.
- Monitor cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for operations.
- Maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions.

7. Inventory & Asset Management
- Work with operations to manage inventory valuation and stock reconciliation.
- Maintain fixed asset registers and oversee depreciation schedules.
- Support periodic stock counts and investigate discrepancies.

8. Audit & Internal Controls
- Develop, implement, and monitor internal financial controls and procedures.
- Liaise with external auditors and prepare audit schedules.
- Ensure all records are audit-ready and compliant with regulations.

9. Software & Process Management
- Maintain and update accounting records in QuickBooks Enterprise or other ERP systems.
- Develop efficient processes for financial data entry, reporting, and analysis.
- Train and guide junior staff in accounting procedures.

Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, ACCA, CMA preferred).
- Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in trading, distribution, or project-based businesses.
- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and statutory compliance in Afghanistan.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise (preferred) and MS Excel; familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in work.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
- Effective communication skills in English and Dari/Pashto.

How to Apply:
Send your CV and a cover letter to [  ashahrangin.hr@gmail.com ] with the subject line:
"ARLTD/1404/004 – Senior Accountant – [Your Name]"