• Application Deadline:
• Position: Account Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 2 - 5 years



• Location Abuja




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Responsibilities

• Document and Report on all financial transactions of the company.


• Effectively manage Company’s cash flow and recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options.


• Analyze/summarize financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other key management reports.


• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.


• Accounts Payable: Assist in processing vendor invoices, matching them with purchase orders and receiving documents.


• Accounts Receivable: Support in invoicing clients for services rendered. Assist in monitoring accounts receivable balances and following up on overdue payments.


• General Ledger Entries: Assist in recording daily financial transactions in the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.


• Financial Reporting Assistance: Support in preparing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Assist in analyzing financial data and preparing variance analysis reports.


• Compliance and Audit Support: Assist in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Support in providing documentation and information for internal and external audits.


• Taxation Support: Aid in gathering information and preparing documentation for tax filings and corporate income tax returns.


• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals and accurate forecasting of costs and revenues.


• Track project expenditures, ensuring they are within the approved budget and that any variances are identified and investigated. Implement cost-control measures to optimize project efficiency.


• Track and report on capital expenditures associated with projects, ensuring that CAPEX is within approved limits and accurately reflected in financial statements


• Prepare monthly financial report to Management.


• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive company financial information with discretion.


• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics or a related field.


• Possession of a relevant professional certification – ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent is an added advantage.


• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in project accounting, financial planning, budgeting, preferably in an architectural or construction company.


• Strong understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cost control.


• Experience with joint venture accounting, cost recovery, and financial management in the Architectural design and construction industry.


• Knowledge of accounting standards. – GAAP, IFRS, etc.


• Experience with general ledger functions


• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills


• Strong financial decision making skill.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Excellent time management skill and ability to be proactive at all time.

Preferred Candidates:

• Must have a high level of integrity and be self-motivated.


• Must have excellent organizational skills.


• Must have excellent Analytical and strategic thinking skill.


• Must have multi-tasking capability and be performance-driven.


• Proficiency in accounting software and general IT tools.


• Awareness of industry trends and applications.


• Experience working in a fast-paced office environment.