Job Description
Job Overview
- The Eden Oasis Accounting Officer is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statements, and ensuring the organisation’s financial compliance with internal and regulatory policies.
- This role is critical to the financial integrity and reporting efficiency of the company.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Record-Keeping & Reporting:
- Maintain accurate day-to-day financial records and general ledger.
- Prepare and submit monthly financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Reconcile bank statements and resolve accounting discrepancies.
- Manage company account entries, journals, and supporting documentation.
Accounts Payable & Receivable:
- Track and manage all outgoing and incoming payments.
- Monitor client payments, send reminders, and maintain up-to-date AR records.
- Ensure all vendor invoices are properly approved, recorded, and paid on time.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Assist with budget preparation and periodic financial forecasts.
- Provide financial analysis to support project and investment decisions.
Compliance & Internal Controls:
- Ensure financial operations comply with statutory laws and internal policies.
- Collaborate with external auditors and prepare audit documentation as needed.
- Maintain and update records for tax filings, pension remittances, and other statutory deductions.
Inventory & Asset Management:
- Track and reconcile company fixed assets and inventory records.
- Assist in stock-taking and valuation exercises.
Administrative & Support Tasks:
- Support management with data and documentation for decision-making.
- Assist with payroll computation and disbursement processes where necessary.
- Perform other finance-related duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, or related field (ICAN/ACCA qualification is an advantage).
- Minimum of 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a fast-paced business or real estate environment.
- Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and time management skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Integrity and strong sense of responsibility.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lekki: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)