Account officer
Job summary
The Account Officer is responsible for managing the organization's day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring accurate recording and posting of financial transactions, maintaining financial records, and supporting regulatory compliance. The role requires a detail-oriented professional with prior experience in posting accounting e
Job descriptions & requirements
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and accounting entries.
- Process invoices, payments, receipts, and journal entries.
- Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports.
- Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.
- Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Ensure timely posting of all financial transactions into the accounting system.
- Maintain proper documentation and filing of accounting records.
- Assist with statutory remittances, audits, and tax compliance.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Perform other accounting duties as assigned by management.
Requirements:
- Minimum of an HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Professional certification (ACA, ACCA, or ICAN ATS) is an added advantage.
- Experience
- Minimum of 1–4 years' relevant accounting experience.
- Prior experience in posting accounting transactions using accounting software or an ERP system is mandatory.
- Experience working in a finance company or other financial institution will be an added advantage.
- Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Tally, or similar ERP systems).
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
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