Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Carry out administrative duties within the Finance department such as filing, binding, and scanning of documents.
• Maintain inventory records.
• Update financial spreadsheets with daily transactions.
• Record account payables and account receivables.
• Review the expenditure list against cash advance as well as transactional invoices and receipts submitted by employees and vendors.
• Ensure that payments from clients are properly recorded and accounted for daily.
• Keep accurate records of all transactions and generate periodic reports.
• Adhere strictly to the company’s financial policies/procedures.
• Track transactions on balance sheets and report any discrepancies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making processes.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and assist in the preparation of tax returns.
• Conduct regular financial audits to identify areas for improvement and risk mitigation.

Requirements

• BSc /HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ICAN)
• 3 - 5 years’ post-NYSC work experience, preferably in the Construction & Real Estate sector.
• Strong bookkeeping and accounting skills.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel).
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and accounting practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.