Accounts Officer at a Group of Companies - Menzon Limited

Menzon Limited - Our client, a group of companies, is recruiting experienced candidates to join the Accounts & Finance Team in the position below:

Job Title: Accounts Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Ddsecription

• Ensure documentation of all financial transactions using electronic accounting system and ensure that all accounting entries have valid supporting documents.
• Generate and/or prepare financial reports, statements etc. as required.
• Compile, analyse and report financial data.
• Review and reconcile bank statements and bookkeeping ledgers.
• Issue purchase orders and invoices and process payments promptly.
• Ensure all account-related matters are swiftly attended to.
• Verify accounting documents and records for accuracy and recommend and/or implement correction as necessary.
• Assist with investment/project appraisals and financial forecasting as required.
• Assist with verification of fixed assets and regularly update the fixed asset registers.
• Manage assigned accounts of business unit(s) or projects including to track budget and report variance.
• Participate in monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors as directed.
• Assist with filling and remittance of statutory deductions.
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Ensure that all accounting transactions comply with the law as well as company’s policies, standards and guidelines
• Keep abreast of developments relating to accounting and finance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree / HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics or relevant field.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in accounting or finance capacities.
• Professional certification in Accounting (ICAN or ACCA) is an added advantage.
• In-depth understanding of business bookkeeping procedures.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting procedures and regulations including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Hands on experience with accounting software and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude at all times including to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to keep an open and objective view and maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to ethical standards and high level of personal and professional integrity.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Professional level verbal and written communication with good report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules.

Application Closing Date
10th July, 2022.