Senior Account Officer
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Job Location:
Port Harcourt - Nigeria
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Accounts Officer
Department: Corporate Services
Level: Officer (Mid/Junior Level)
Location: Port Harcourt Nigeria (with periodic travel to regional locations)
Reports To: Accounts & Admin Manager
Direct Reports: None
Our client is a leading Nigerian non-profit organisation dedicated to environmental protection emergency response and sustainable oil and gas operations. They specialise in oil spill preparedness and response training consultancy and environmental research to safeguard ecosystems and communities. With nationwide Tier-2 response capability and support for Tier-3 interventions Our Client builds human capacity manages waste responsibly and delivers high-quality solutions that promote safety resilience and long-term environmental stewardship.
Role Purpose:
The Accounts Officer maintains accurate financial records processes transactions prepares reports and ensures compliance with internal controls audits and statutory requirements. The role safeguards the integrity of financial data and supports informed decision-making operational efficiency and adherence to accepted accounting standards.
Key Responsibilities
A. Financial Accounting & Recordkeeping
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in line with accounting policies and standards.
- Process payments receipts and journal entries.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable ensuring timely invoicing and collections.
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure data integrity across ledgers.
B. Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Support preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
- Track departmental budget utilisation and report variances.
- Assist with cost-benefit analysis for operational and capital expenditures.
- Contribute to quarterly financial reviews and management reports.
- Maintain records for accruals prepayments and expense allocations.
C. Compliance Audit & Internal Controls
- Provide documentation during internal and external audits.
- Ensure adherence to financial policies approval limits and internal controls.
- Maintain compliance with statutory obligations (taxes pension and regulatory remittances).
- Ensure timely remittance of statutory deductions.
- Identify control gaps and recommend improvements.
D. Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts.
- Generate financial summaries for internal stakeholders.
- Monitor cash flow and flag potential liquidity risks.
- Support preparation of annual financial statements.
- Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in reporting.
E. Operational Support & Collaboration
- Liaise with banks vendors and clients to ensure smooth transactions.
- Provide financial data to support operational decisions.
- Support financial review of projects and service activities.
- Contribute to finance digitisation and process automation initiatives.
Key Relationships
Internal
- CEO
- Accounts & Admin Manager
- Department Heads
External
- Banks
- Vendors
- Auditors
- Regulatory authorities
- Clients and partners
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Education
- Bachelors degree or HND in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field
- Masters degree is an advantage
Experience
- 46 years accounting or finance experience
- Experience in reconciliations budgeting and financial reporting
Certifications
- ICAN or ACCA (in progress or qualified) required
- IFRS or accounting software certification is an advantage
Core Competencies
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and reporting standards
- Proficiency in Excel and accounting software
- Attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Time management and deadline adherence
- Ethical conduct and confidentiality
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and problem-solving ability
Key Performance Indicators
- Accuracy of transaction processing and postings
- Timeliness of monthly and annual reports
- Completion of bank reconciliations
- Budget variance management
- Statutory compliance and remittances
- Audit readiness and documentation quality
- Accounts receivable collection efficiency
- Implementation of process improvements
- Cost control and financial efficiency
Behavioural Expectations
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Accountability and reliability
- Precision and attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Professional discipline
Governance & Review Cycle
- Monthly performance review with the Accounts & Admin Manager
- Mid-year and year-end performance evaluations
- Annual appraisal aligned with organisational performance standards
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Accounting Software
- Time Management
- Accounts Administration
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounts Reconciliation
- Administrative Skill
- Leadership skills
- Accounting & Finance
- Accounts Management
- Communication
- Analysis Skills
- Relationship Management
- Team Player Spirit
- Budgeting Skills
- Accounts Payable
