Junior Accountants at Discovery Cycle Professionals (DCP)

Discovery Cycle Professionals (DCP) is a global network of experienced academics and consultants committed to providing world-class knowledge-based services locally and globally. DCP, headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria has diverse experiences across numerous fields. Through our unique “DCP Ecosystem”, we have developed a wide range of multi-disciplinary professional services covering both private and public sectors of the economy.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Junior Accountant

Location: Abuja
Position Start Date: Immediately
Reports to: Chief Finance Officer
Job Type: Full Time
Job Field: Accounts & Finance

Main Function

• The Junior Accountant is responsible for the general accounting function including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet schedules and ledgers and account and bank reconciliations.
• Also involved in assisting with monthly closings and account analysis and supporting the senior accountant in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department.

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries
• Complete general ledger operations
• Monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements
• Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts
• Draw up monthly financial reports
• Prepare analysis of accounts as requested
• Assist with year-end closings
• Administer accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Prepare tax computations and returns
• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts
• Assist with payroll administration
• Monitor and resolve bank issues including fee anomalies and check differences
• Account/bank reconciliations
• Review and process expense reports
• Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process
• Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
• Act as a liaison for vendors, sales agents and marketers to reconcile any billing discrepancies
• Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed

Other Responsibilities:

• Assist with other accounting projects
• Any other duties suitable to task and commensurate with ability.

Qualifications

• Bachelors' Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2 years related work experience.
• Hands-on experience working with general ledgers.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, finance principles and financial reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills is required.
• Prior experience in an ICT-based environment is highly desirable.
• Problem solving, stress management and time management skills are required.
• Proficient at using ERP systems and Microsoft office software: World Wide Web (internet), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software.
• Excellent record keeping and documentation skills are required.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws regarding accounting, finances and taxation.

Key Competencies:

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Planning and organizing
• Scheduling and monitoring
• Communication skills
• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
• Initiative
• Team work
• Confidentiality.

Application Closing Date
Friday, 2nd December, 2016.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates MUST submit the following documents; A current resume or curriculum vitae (CV) listing all previous job responsibilities and a cover letter to: careers@dcp.com.ng

Note

• Please reference the job title and location on the cover letter and resume /CV.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.