Assistant Accountant 928 views

ONLY SEYCHELLOIS CANDIDATES CAN APPLY FOR THIS POST

OUR VISION – “Be the leading institution in the protection of consumers and the competition process for the promotion of socio-economic welfare.”

The Fair Trading Commission is looking for a responsible dynamic individual to join its support team.

Job Description

Job Summary

• Prepare and process Payment Vouchers, Revenue Vouchers, Internal Transfers and Journal Vouchers in accordance with financial regulations.
• Ensure proper recording and safekeeping of refunds, fines and other collections and conduct timely banking of same.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports such as reconciliation, creditors and debtors report to the Ministry/ Treasury, as is required
• Prepare budget and management reports when required
• Maintain accurate accounts payable and receivable records, ensuring all receipts and payments are properly recorded and reconciled.
• Prepare virement requests where necessary, in accordance with budgetary provisions.
• Participate in the preparation of annual budget forecasts
• Verify and effect salary changes related to salaries of employees of the Ministry
• Ensure compliance with the Accounting Manual, Public Finance Management Regulations, Procurement Act, PSO/ Procedures Manual and other existing manuals/ acts, to alleviate any irregularities.
• Participate in audit exercises and assist in providing supporting documentation and implementing recommendations.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• A’ level in accounting or Advanced Certificate in Accounting plus 12 years as an Accounts Technician
• Diploma in Business Studies/ F1 to F3 plus foundation in professional modules plus 3 years as an Accounts Technician
• Diploma in Public Financial Management/ F1 to F3 plus professional ethic modules/ AAT level 3/ Advanced Diploma in Accounting/ F1 to F9/ ACCA level 1 plus two years as an Accounts Technician
• AAT Level 4 plus two years as an Accounts Technician

Experience

• Experience working in an accounting role within the Government
• Experience in using the Treasury Information System (TIS), Cashier Module and payroll system
• Knowledge and understanding of Programme Performance Based Budget (PPBB) reporting.

Preferable Skills

• Computer literate
• Sound knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Ability to understand governing laws, Regulations and Acts
• Good analytical skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Integrity and high ethical standards in handling public funds
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload effectively

CORE WORKING HOURS: 8am to 4pm

How To Apply

Interested candidates should Sign-up or login to apply now or are requested to submit their application [Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter] to the Human Resources & Budget Management Officer’s E-mail address: hr@ftc.sc or hand deliver at the Commission’s office on the 3 rd Floor or Unity House, Block B, between 8am to 4pm.

The closing date for submission of applications on Friday 20th February 2026.

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application.   Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.