• Application Deadline: Sun, 30 Apr 2023 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 
  

Scope  

The Junior Accountant is a critical member of Semicolon’s team, reporting directly to the Finance Manager. As a Junior Accountant, you will perform accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. Under the supervision of a Finance Manager, you will assist in the preparation and submission of taxes and other financial reports. You must be able to hit the ground running, work within a team environment and take the initiative when needed.  

Primary Relationships 

Reports to:  Finance Manager

Manages: Nil

Essential Job Functions:  

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  Daily Posting and process of all Natives payments on QuickBooks to ensure on-time update of their accounts.

  
  


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  Track and ensure payment of all issued invoices and account receivables from Natives, Alumni, and Self-funding Students.

  
  


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  Prepare and issue invoices for all Semicolon clients including the students and corporate clients.

  
  


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  Prepare bank reconciliation statements on a monthly basis and also prepare other reconciliations as may be required. 

  
  


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  Update and Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and computation of the Fixed Asset Schedule.

  
  


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  Updating and Spooling of Statement of account of students from Quickbooks and sending the same to all students every month-end and following up on their payments.

  
  


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  Preparation and keeping of accounting records of Semicolon Ventures and reporting to the Head of Finance

  
  


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  Conduct weekly preparation of payment schedules as may be required and submit the same for verification and payment approval.

  
  


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  Process PAYE, Pension, VAT remittances, and collect receipt of payment.

  
  


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  Update all assigned financial data in a timely manner

  
  


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  Support the finance manager with other accounting tasks and projects

  
  


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  Take up other tasks as may be assigned.  

  
  

Job Qualifications and Skills

Essential Qualifications & Experience  

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  Bachelors or Higher National Diploma degree in accounting, finance, or similar area of study from a reputable institution. 

  
  


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  2-3 years of experience in an accounting role, such as Junior Accountant

  
  


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  Good analytical and critical thinking skills

  
  


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  Ability to perform basic mathematical operations

  
  


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  Strong understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices

  
  


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  Experience with relevant accounting software (e.g Sage and Quick Books)

  
  


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  Good working skills with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

  
  


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  Keen attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining financial records and following company guidelines and procedures

  
  


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  Demonstrated experience working in a complex or pioneering environment and in facilitating change.   

  
  


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  Ability to analyze information in an objective and nonbiased manner

  
  


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  Excellent project management and time management skills

  
  


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  Comfortable handling and storing confidential financial information

  
  

Desired Qualifications & Skills  

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  Additional qualifications (ATS, ACA) are a significant advantage

  
  


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  Advanced competency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

  
  


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  Prior experience working with accounts payable and accounts receivable

  
  

EXPECTATIONS ON HOW YOU WILL BE WORKING

This will include, but will not be limited to the following areas: 

Operational Excellence  

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  Support the finance manager to ensure all outputs from the accounting department meet Semicolon’s high standards of delivery.  

  
  


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  Support the finance manager in contributing to a learning culture of sharing best accounting practices and supporting all-round organizational growth   

  
  


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  Take responsibility for your own continuous professional development by proactively identifying and participating in formal/informal learning opportunities     

  
  


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  Support the finance manager in carrying out continuous process improvement by evaluating ongoing processes to identify critical areas for improvement/modification

  
  

Strategic Capability  

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  As a member of the finance department, you are expected to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills to carry out your assignments and drive continuous improvement in the finance function.. 

  
  


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  You are expected to have a clear focus on Semicolon’s goals, amid competing demands, and a capacity to prioritize effectively.  

  
  

Driving for Results   

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  You are expected to exhibit a results-driven approach with the confidence and resilience to take ownership and responsibility across various tasks within the accounting department.

  
  


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  Take a proactive approach, ask challenging questions and pursue excellence in a demanding environment. 

  
  


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  Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and entrepreneurial environment  

  
  

Building Relationships and Using Influence  

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  Good communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders 

  
  


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  Effective influencing, negotiating, and relationship-building skills

  
  

Personal Attributes  

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  Strong alignment with Semicolon’s core values. 

  
  


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  Highly professional, organized, and efficient; able to prioritize work independently

  
  


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  An innovative and enterprising approach that is quick to search out alternative solutions to needs or problems. 

  
  

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  Analytical and detail-oriented  

  
  


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  Observant and able to remain focused on tasks for a long period of time. 

  
  


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  Integrity and honesty.

  
  

Contract: Full-time, 

Mode of Engagement: Physical.

Location: Yaba, Lagos