ACCOUNTS OFFICER

WE ARE HIRING । ACCOUNTS OFFICER

Sunrise Education Consultants is seeking an experienced, dependable, and detail-oriented Accounts Officer to strengthen our Accounts & Finance operations.

We are looking for a professional who has strong hands-on experience in day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, banking, payroll, accounts receivable & payable, Tax/VAT documentation, reconciliation, expense control, and financial record management.

The ideal candidate should be capable of handling accounting responsibilities independently while ensuring accuracy, transparency, compliance, and confidentiality across all financial activities.

Position: Accounts Officer Organization: Sunrise Education Consultants

Job Location: Banani, Dhaka-1213

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Salary & Benefits: Salary: Negotiable

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant business discipline from a recognized university.

• Candidates with BBA in Accounting or Finance will be preferred.

• MBA/Master’s in Accounting or Finance will be considered an advantage.

• Candidates with professional qualifications or partial qualifications such as CA (CC), CMA, ACCA, or equivalent will receive additional preference.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Accounts, Finance, or a relevant financial role.

• Candidates should have practical experience managing regular accounting operations independently.

• Experience in an education consultancy, service-oriented organization, corporate office, or multi-branch business will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Financial Operations:

• Maintain accurate records of all daily financial transactions, including income, expenses, receipts, and payments.

• Maintain Cash Book, Bank Book, General Ledger, subsidiary ledgers, and other accounting records.

• Prepare and maintain Payment Vouchers, Receipt Vouchers, Journal Vouchers, and Contra Vouchers.

• Ensure every financial transaction is properly supported by bills, invoices, receipts, approvals, and relevant documents.

• Maintain petty cash and conduct regular cash verification and reconciliation.

Banking & Reconciliation:

• Monitor and maintain company bank accounts and banking transactions.

• Handle deposits, withdrawals, cheque payments, online transfers, and other banking activities.

• Prepare regular Bank Reconciliation Statements and identify discrepancies promptly.

• Maintain proper records of bank charges, credit card expenses, and online financial transactions.

Accounts Receivable & Collection:

• Maintain student/client-wise payment records and outstanding balances.

• Monitor receivables and prepare regular collection and due reports.

• Issue invoices, money receipts, and payment acknowledgements as required.

• Track installment payments and outstanding service charges.

• Coordinate with relevant departments regarding pending payments and financial follow-ups.

Accounts Payable & Vendor Management:

• Maintain vendor, supplier, and service-provider ledgers.

• Verify invoices, bills, approvals, and supporting documents before processing payments.

• Prepare payment schedules and monitor outstanding liabilities.

• Ensure payments are properly authorized and avoid duplicate or incorrect transactions.

Payroll & Employee Financial Management:

• Prepare and review monthly salary sheets in coordination with HR.

• Process salary adjustments, bonuses, incentives, commissions, deductions, and other employee-related payments.

• Maintain employee advance, reimbursement, and adjustment records.

• Maintain confidentiality of salary and employee financial information.

Tax, VAT & Compliance:

• Maintain documentation related to Tax, VAT, TDS, AIT, and other applicable statutory requirements.

• Support the preparation and submission of relevant financial and statutory documents.

• Maintain challans, certificates, tax deduction records, and supporting documentation.

• Coordinate with auditors, Tax/VAT consultants, and relevant professionals when required.

Financial Reporting & Management Support:

• Prepare accurate daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic financial reports.

• Prepare management reports including:

• Income & Expense Report

• Cash & Bank Balance Report

• Accounts Receivable Report

• Accounts Payable Report

• Monthly Collection Report

• Branch-wise Financial Report

• Expense Analysis

• Budget vs. Actual Report

• Profit & Loss Summary

• Provide management with accurate financial information to support business decisions.

Budgeting & Expense Control:

• Monitor operational and departmental expenses.

• Assist in monthly and annual budget preparation.

• Compare actual expenses against approved budgets.

• Identify unusual, excessive, or unauthorized expenses and report them appropriately.

• Support management in improving financial control and cost efficiency.

Audit & Documentation:

• Maintain all accounting and financial documents in a systematic and audit-ready manner.

• Ensure proper filing of vouchers, bills, invoices, bank statements, receipts, challans, and supporting documents.

• Assist internal and external auditors during financial reviews and audits.

• Ensure financial records remain complete, accurate, and readily accessible.

Fixed Assets & Expense Monitoring:

• Maintain records of company fixed assets such as laptops, computers, furniture, office equipment, and other assets.

• Maintain purchase cost, allocation, depreciation, transfer, and disposal records where applicable.

• Monitor regular operating expenses including rent, utility bills, subscriptions, marketing expenses, and administrative expenses.

Industry-Specific Responsibilities:

As Sunrise Education Consultants operates in the international education sector, the selected candidate may also be responsible for:

• Maintaining student-wise payment records.

• Tracking consultancy fees, service fees, and other student-related financial transactions.

• Monitoring branch-wise collections and expenses.

• Maintaining approved refund records.

• Tracking agent, partner, and vendor payments.

• Maintaining commission and incentive records.

• Monitoring marketing and digital advertising expenses.

• Preparing student outstanding, collection, and refund reports.

• Supporting management with financial reports related to consultancy operations.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.

• Excellent practical knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

• Ability to prepare professional financial reports and reconciliation statements.

• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems will be highly preferred.

• Good understanding of Tax, VAT, payroll, banking, and financial documentation.

• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to identify accounting discrepancies and financial irregularities.

• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

• Ability to manage multiple financial responsibilities and meet deadlines.

Professional Attributes:

The ideal candidate should be:

• Honest and trustworthy

• Highly responsible and accountable

• Detail-oriented and organized

• Professional and disciplined

• Proactive and solution-oriented

• Comfortable working independently

• Capable of working under pressure and deadlines

• Strong in maintaining confidentiality

• Able to communicate professionally with management, employees, vendors, and clients

Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, expertise, professional qualifications, and overall competency.

📩 Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CV/Resume mentioning the position