Job Description
Job Summary
- They are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Accountant to join their finance team and support the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Transactions & Record-Keeping:
- Process accounts payable and receivable transactions accurately and timely.
- Record and reconcile daily financial transactions in the general ledger.
- Assist with payroll inputs and reconciliation.
- Maintain accurate and organized accounting records.
Reporting & Reconciliation:
- Prepare bank reconciliations and assist with monthly account reconciliations.
- Support preparation of management reports, including cash flow and expense reports.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements under guidance of Senior Accountant.
Compliance & Regulatory Support:
- Ensure all accounting activities comply with company policies, IFRS, and local regulatory requirements.
- Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation.
- Assist in filing statutory reports and tax returns as required.
Budgeting & Cost Control Support:
- Support budget tracking and variance analysis
- Assist in monitoring departmental expenses against budget.
- Highlight discrepancies or unusual transactions to Senior Accountant.
Administrative & Miscellaneous Support:
- Maintain accounting files, records, and documentation in line with company policy.
- Assist with ad hoc finance-related tasks and projects as required.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Accuracy & Compliance:
- Number of accounting errors or corrections (target: minimal or zero).
- Timely and accurate recording of transactions (100%).
- Compliance with statutory and internal audit requirements.
Reporting & Reconciliation:
- Timeliness of monthly reconciliations and financial reports.
- Number of unresolved discrepancies at month-end.
- Accuracy of reports submitted to Senior Accountant / Management.
Efficiency & Productivity:
- Timely processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
- Adherence to internal deadlines for accounting tasks.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks without compromising accuracy.
Support & Collaboration:
- Responsiveness in assisting senior accountants and other departments.
- Feedback from team members on reliability and support.
- Contribution to smooth financial operations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimun of 5 years’ accounting experience, preferably in pharmaceutical, FMCG, or regulated industries.
- Must reside in Egbeda or environs.
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles and Nigerian tax laws and regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Tally, or Excel) .
- Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry is an added advantage.
Skills & Competencies:
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Integrity and confidentiality.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunity to work with a reputable organization in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Professional growth and career development opportunities.
- Stable and structured work environment.
- Supportive management team.