• Application Deadline: Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Junior Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 - 3 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Location: Oregun - Ikeja, Lagos

Job Summary

• The Junior Accountant will provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting tasks. You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances.


• Preparing financial statements and reporting are a large part of the junior accountant’s day-to-day work. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail.

Job Responsibilities

• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded


• Update accounts receivable and issue invoices


• Update accounts payable and performs reconciliations


• Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines


• Assist with reviewing expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned


• Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed


• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports


• Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings


• Assist with other accounting projects


• Any other duty assigned

Job Requirements

• Education: A Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or any closely related field from a reputable University.


• 2-3 years of experience in a related


• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles and software.

Job Competence and Skill:

• Punctual, reliable and must have vital communication skill


• Knowledge of MS Office, QuickBooks, and Excel


• Able to work in a team and produce quality output under tight deadlines


• Strong verbal and oral communication skills


• Self-motivated and strong analytical skills


• Attention to detail, prioritization skills and time management


• Quick learner with a positive attitude


• Database experience and strong expertise in financial concepts, practices, and procedures


• Commitment to the charter school movement and the mission and vision of the league