Job Description
Job Objectives
To provide qualitative support services to the organization’s operations through effective implementation of Accounting standards, financial policies and procedures governing financial management & control.
Functions & Responsibilities
- Ensure proper record keeping of sub-contractors
- Reconciliation of general ledger
- Post vouchers and payment slip into the Accounts Software
- Carry out invoice verification for correctness and completeness
- Verify revenue income from clients
- Post and maintain records for Accounts payable and Accounts receivable
- Ensure the timely reporting of all financial information
- Carry out coding of payment slip & invoices
- Ensure proper documentation of Financial documents
- Maintain corresponding from banks and others
- Prepare VAT & WHT schedule
- Ensure timely payment & receipt documentation of VAT, PAYE & WHT
- Maintain account file for all bank transactions
- Carry out all other duties as directed by the Account Manager
- Performing day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording financial data
- Produce and submit weekly report to Accounts Manager
Competencies and other Personal Attributes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to use Peachtree Accounting software (SAGE 50) is a must
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent work ethics is key
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Word.
- Ability to prioritize and manage expectations
Personal Attributes and other requirements
- Must be Smart and highly Intelligent
- Must be patient and detail-oriented
- Must be passionate about the role and display capacity to learn fast
- Must be highly organized, pay attention to detail , and be able to sort and file accounting books/records efficiently
Work Experiences
A minimum of 3 years’ experience as an accountant or in a similar position.
Professional Requirements
ICAN/ACCA/CITN certification or Proof of certification ’in view’’ will be an added advantage
Educational Qualifications
Minimum of First Degree in Accounting/Accountancy.