• Application Deadline: Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Trainee Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 0 - 1 years



• Location Rivers




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit  , Graduate Jobs 
  
  




• Salary Range ₦50,000 - ₦100,000/month
  
  

A Trainee Accountant is an entry-level role assisting senior staff with daily bookkeeping, financial reporting, and reconciliations while studying for a professional certification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or AAT). Key responsibilities include processing journal entries, conducting bank reconciliations, assisting with VAT returns, and supporting month-end closing procedures. 

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Bookkeeping & Transactions: Inputting daily invoices, expenses, and cash book transactions into accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks).


• Reconciliations: Reconciling bank statements with internal records and managing aged debtors/creditors.


• Month-End Support: Assisting with management accounts, VAT returns, and preparing journal adjustments.


• Audit Preparation: Assisting with year-end audit preparations, including file maintenance and documenting transactions.


• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and company policies.


• Administrative Tasks: Handling filing, maintaining the fixed asset register, and responding to client queries

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).


• Certification Pursuit: Actively studying for or committed to studying for a professional accountancy qualification (AAT, ACA, ACCA).


• Software Proficiency: Experience with Microsoft Excel and basic knowledge of accounting software.


• Technical Skills: Strong numeracy, attention to detail, and analytical skills.


• Soft Skills: Strong time management, organizational skills, and a willingness to learn.