Assistant Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Financial Record Keeping: Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers, and journals.
• Accounts Processing: Support accounts payable and receivable functions, including invoice processing, payment tracking, and receipt documentation.
• Bank & Account Reconciliation: Perform regular bank and account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Expense & Voucher Management: Prepare and review payment vouchers, expense reports, and supporting documents.
• Payroll Support: Assist with payroll data preparation and statutory deductions processing.
• Reporting Support: Help prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Audit Support: Provide required documentation and schedules during internal and external audits.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company financial policies and regulatory requirements.
• System Entry: Post financial data into accounting software and maintain proper filing systems.
• General Finance Support: Provide administrative support to the accounts department as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in accounting or finance support roles.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Integrity and ability to handle confidential financial information.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Not Mandatory):

• Progress toward a professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Experience using ERP or accounting systems.
• Knowledge of tax and statutory remittance processes.

Work Environment & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Hybrid working structure

Benefit Package:

• HMO
• Annual leave allowance
• Pension Scheme

Location: Lagos

Work Mode: Hybrid

Remuneration: NGN 150,000 - 200,000 Net