Junior Accountant

The accountant plays a vital role in managing the companys financial operations ensuring accuracy in bookkeeping compliance with statutory regulations and timely reporting of financial activities. This role is central to the smooth running of the finance function handling receivables payables reconciliations and supporting the preparation of financial statements and budgets.

Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Record all financial transactions accurately using Microsoft Excel and accounting software
  

• Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial reports
  

• Maintain up-to-date ledgers journals and other records
  

• Support the month-end and year-end close processes
  

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Manage vendor and supplier payments ensuring timely disbursement
  

• Monitor receivables and follow up on outstanding balances
  

• Reconcile supplier statements and customer accounts regularly
  

Banking & Treasury

• Carry out daily bank reconciliation
  

• Monitor cash balances and forecast short-term liquidity needs
  

• Prepare and process bank transfer instructions and maintain transaction documentation.
  

Budgeting & Expense Control

• Assist with budget preparation and variance analysis
  

• Monitor actual expenditures against budget allocations and report discrepancies
  

• Ensure appropriate approvals and documentation for all spending
  

Regulatory Compliance & Audit Support

• Support the preparation and submission of tax returns (VAT WHT CIT etc.)
  

• Ensure compliance with financial policies internal controls and statutory obligations
  

• Liaise with external auditors and prepare schedules required for audits
  

Documentation and Process Improvement

• Maintain an accurate and organized filing system for financial records
  

• Contribute to improving internal processes and documentation standards
  

• Bachelors degree in accounting or finance (minimum second class upper)
  

• 2 years of practical accounting experience
  

• ICAN ACCA or other recognized professional qualifications
  

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• Strong organizational and analytical skills
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft excel and accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks Sage Zoho)
  

• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks
  

• High attention to detail and accuracy
  

• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax regulations and financial reporting standards
  

• Excellent verbal and written communication
  

• Integrity Reliability and Professionalism.