Junior Accountant
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Job Summary
- Maintain accurate financial records record daily transactions and ensure all journal entries are properly documented and authorized using QuickBooks.
- Process vendor invoices manage payment schedules track customer billings and follow up on outstanding receivables to maintain healthy cash flow.
- Perform daily and monthly bank credit card and vendor reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Prepare routine financial schedules budget variance reports and management statements utilizing advanced Microsoft Excel tools (e.g. pivot tables and financial formulasetc.).
- Assist the senior finance team with month-end and year-end closing activities including accruals prepayments and asset depreciation schedules.
- Organize financial documentation receipts and supporting schedules to facilitate internal reviews tax filings (VATPAYE and WHT).
- Maintain digital and physical filing systems for all financial transactions in compliance with corporate governance policies and local financial regulations.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Economics or a related field. Professional accounting certifications (or in-progress status with ICAN ACCA etc.) are a distinct advantage.
- 2 to 4 years of relevant professional experience in accounting bookkeeping or corporate finance roles (internship experience included).
- Demonstrated hands-on experience using QuickBooks (Desktop or Online) for ledger management invoicing and reporting.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including the ability to handle large datasets utilize formulas build pivot tables and format financial spreadsheets cleanly.
- Exceptional attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent time-management abilities with the capacity to meet strict financial deadlines.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality regarding sensitive corporate financial data.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills
Required Skills:
Strong background and work experience in Fleet Management and Maintenance. OND HND or Bsc in any related discipline. Excellent computer skills and proficient in MS Office Suite. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives. Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style. Budget development and oversight experience A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace Excels at operating in a fast paced work environment Excellent people manager open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done Delegate responsibilities effectively. Proactive problem solver with ability to give accurate feedback. Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy Good investigative and reporting skills Ability to work under pressure Coaching and mentoring skills
Required Education:
Minimum of 7 years relevant work experience in Fleet Maintenance Operations; must have a level of competence relating to vehicle safety and legality either gained through experience or communication skills Reporting Skills Scheduling Organizing skills Time Management Problem solving skills Investigative skills Ability to work under pressure Safety Management Dealing with Complexity Analyzing Information Lifting Energy Level Dependability and persistence.
