Job Description
Job Summary
- The Assistant Accountant will support the Finance Department in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and assisting in financial reporting and operational finance activities.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Record Keeping;
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
- Post on accounting software
- Assist in maintaining the general ledger
Accounts Payable & Receivable:
- Process invoices, payments, and expense claims
- Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments
- Reconciliation
Bank & Account Reconciliation;
- Perform regular bank reconciliations
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records
Financial Reporting Support;
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Support budget preparation and tracking
- Provide data for management reporting and decision-making
Compliance & Audit Support:
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies
- Assist with tax filings (VAT, PAYE, WHT, LIRS etc)
- Support internal and external audit processes
Expense & Cost Control;
- Monitor expenses against budgets
- Flag irregularities or overspending for management attention
Documentation & Filing:
- Maintain proper documentation of financial transactions
- Ensure records are easily retrievable and audit-read
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Basic understanding of Nigerian tax and financial regulations.