• Application Deadline: Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Junior Accounting Assistant(s)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

We are looking for Junior Accounting Assistant(s) to perform a variety of accounting, bookkeeping and financial tasks.

 The Accounting Assistant"s responsibilities include keeping financial records updated, preparing reports and reconciling bank statements. You will also run  ERP accounting software programs  to process business transactions, like accounts payable and receivable, disbursements, expense vouchers and receipts. A successful accounting assistant should have an aptitude  for accounting procedures and for numbers.

Ultimately, a successful Junior Accounting Assitant would ensure that the company’s daily accounting functions run accurately and effectively.

Responsibilities

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  Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting department

  
  


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  Type accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records

  
  


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  Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements

  
  


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  Reconcile accounts in a timely manner

  
  


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  Daily enter key data of financial transactions in database

  
  


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  Provide assistance and support to company personnel

  
  


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  Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies

  
  


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  Inform management and compile reports/summaries on activity areas

  
  


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  Function in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws

  
  


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  Constantly update job knowledge

  
  

Requirements and skills

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  Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures

  
  


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  Competency in MS Office, databases and accounting software

  
  


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  Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports

  
  


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  Accuracy and attention to detail

  
  


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  Aptitude for numbers

  
  


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  Ability to perform filing and record keeping tasks

  
  


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  Data entry and word processing skills

  
  


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  Well organized and Punctual.

  
  


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  Associate’s degree or relevant certification is a plus