Accounting Officer

Responsibilities:

• Manage the company's day-to-day accounting operations and financial transactions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers and accounting documentation.
• Prepare, process and administer monthly staff payroll, ensuring accuracy and timely payment.
• Compute, process and ensure timely remittance of applicable taxes, pension contributions and other statutory deductions.
• Maintain proper records of staff payroll, pension contributions, tax deductions and other statutory payments.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and reconcile financial accounts regularly.
• Monitor income, expenses, cash flow and other financial activities
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Support the preparation of financial statements, management accounts and other financial schedules.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of invoices, receipts, payment vouchers and other financial records.
• Support internal and statutory audit exercises by providing relevant financial records, schedules and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, pension administrators and relevant regulatory authorities when required.
• Monitor and update statutory compliance records and ensure the company meets applicable regulatory and filing requirements.
• Keep abreast of changes in tax laws, pension regulations, accounting standards and other relevant statutory requirements.
• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and remittance of applicable obligations.
• Assist in budget preparation, expense monitoring and financial planning.
• Identify discrepancies, irregularities or potential financial risks and escalate them appropriately.
• Ensure compliance with the company's financial policies, accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years' relevant work experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a finance company, microfinance institution, fintech or similar financial services environment
• Practical experience in payroll preparation, processing and administration.Good knowledge of tax computations, deductions, filing and statutory remittances.
• Sound understanding of pension administration and pension contribution remittances.
• Experience supporting statutory audits and regulatory compliance exercises.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, bank reconciliation and general accounting procedures.
• Relevant professional accounting qualification or membership of ICAN/ACCA is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, accountability and confidentiality in handling financial information.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.