• Application Deadline: Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 2 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job  Description

• This role is ideal for individuals with strong analytical skills and a commitment to financial accuracy and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Record Maintenance:

• Maintain organized financial records, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.


• Conduct regular audits of financial documents to ensure accuracy.


• Update financial data, resolve discrepancies, and prepare monthly closing entries.

Bookkeeping:

• Perform daily bookkeeping, recording transactions such as invoices, receipts, and expenses.


• Ensure timely posting of all transactions in the accounting system.


• Manage petty cash and perform weekly reconciliations.

Financial Reporting Assistance:

• Support the Senior Accountant in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.


• Provide data for management reports and budget summaries.


• Assist with audit schedules and support for external audits.

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

• Manage vendor invoices and ensure timely expense payments.


• Prepare client invoices, track payments, and follow up on outstanding receivables.


• Work with the Senior Accountant to reconcile statements and process adjustments.

Administrative and Compliance Support:

• Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulatory standards.


• Maintain documentation for tax filings, audits, and reporting.


• Organize and file financial documents for easy access.

Budgeting and Forecasting Assistance:

• Collaborate on budget planning, forecasting, and variance analysis.


• Monitor budget utilization to support financial goals.

Payroll Processing Support:

• Assist in payroll processing, ensuring accuracy in compensation and deductions.


• Maintain confidentiality of payroll records.

Software and Data Management:

• Use accounting software and Microsoft Office for data entry, analysis, and reporting.


• Generate financial statements, ensuring data integrity.

Support Financial Analysis:

• Conduct financial analyses, identifying trends in costs and revenues.


• Recommend adjustments for financial improvements.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., Sales, HR) to gather data for reporting.


• Guide non-finance departments on procedures like expense submissions and budget request.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field


• Experience: 2 - 5 years in finance or administrative roles, with hands-on bookkeeping experience

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel


• Strong command of accounting software, such as QuickBooks or Sage


• Age Range: 23-30 years.

Competencies:

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, with attention to detail


• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and bookkeeping standards


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Integrity and ability to handle confidential information.