• Application Deadline: Sat, 30 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Account Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 1 year


• Location Lagos


• City Ikeja


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Brief

• We are looking for an ambitious account Officer to 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.


• The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition.


• This way it can make the right decisions and accomplish long-term success.

Responsibilities

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


• Update accounts receivable and issue invoices


• Update accounts payable and perform 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 of 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

Qualifications and Requirements

• BSc / BA in Accounting, Finance or a relevant field


• 1+ years of experience in a medium-sized accounting firm or manufacturing company


• Proven experience as a junior accountant


• Excellent organizing abilities


• Great attention to detail


• Good with numbers and figures and an analytical acumen


• Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices


• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g. Tally)


• Qualifications ICAN is a plus but not required


• Proficiency with a computer


• Advanced knowledge of Excel and various accounting software programs


• Familiarity with accounting software programs


• Keen attention to detail


• Able to maintain confidentiality