Accounts Officer

Responsibilities:

• Review CAPEX purchase requisitions and ensure accurate upload of all fixed assets in the fixed asset register.
• Calculate and record depreciation for all fixed assets in accordance with IFRS and DCP’s depreciation policies.
• Review, interpret and apply fixed assets policies to fixed asset transactions at the plant including purchase, valuation, revaluation, accruals, and disposal.
• Reconcile the fixed asset sub-ledger to the general ledger on a periodic basis.
• Ensure supporting plant fixed assets records and schedules are sufficient to meet audit/regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate all fixed asset purchases with the various departments and collate updates on new additions on a monthly basis
• Ensure all new assets are properly labeled and set up in the fixed asset register and individual asset account.
• Periodically reconcile and coordinate physical stock-taking of fixed assets to ensure proper location and existence of all fixed assets.
• Ensure accurate entries for all fixed assets acquisition, disposal/movements, and depreciation.
• Manage the activities involved in the disposal of fully depreciated, obsolete, or damaged assets.
• Participate in month-end financial closing procedures
• Prepare the year-end fixed asset/depreciation schedules for annual audit/review.
• Assist in the development of fixed asset management processes, policies & procedures.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements:

• B.Sc. or HND in Finance/ Accounting
• Professional certification in Accounting (ACA, ACCA) is an added advantage
• 2 - 6 years of relevant work experience in Accounting or Finance function.
• Good knowledge and understanding of finance best practices, IFRS, and other applicable accounting standards.
  
• Basic knowledge of accounting packages and systems, preferably SAP.
• Good organisational skills.
• Good data gathering, analysis and problem-solving skills
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office tools.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development
• Career Development