Bookkeeper at Owens & Xley Consults

Owens and Xley Consults - Our client, a Bakery, located in Mushin, Lagos State, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Location: Mushin, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Responsibilities

• Collect and reconcile daily sales reports from sales personnel.
• Enter sales data into Excel and prepare sales reports for management.
• Ensure arithmetic accuracy of reports by checking and cross-checking figures.
• Collect daily production reports from the Production Manager, compare quantity produced versus units sold, and address discrepancies.
• Process incoming and outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Manage payment terminals and ensure proper functioning of POS terminals.
• Record and distribute petty cash, verifying documentation for entries.
• Identify and investigate discrepancies.
• Review purchase orders and receipts for vendor invoices
• Confirm legitimacy of invoices and reconcile discrepancies.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc. / HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any other accounting related field with at least 2 years experience.
• Upholding high ethical standards in all financial activities, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies
• High level of confidentiality and sound judgment.
• Meticulousness in reviewing financial data, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Commitment to checking and cross-checking reports for minimal or zero errors.
• Self-motivated and proactive attitude.

Skills:

• Knowledge of accounting principles, best practices, and procedures.
• Competency in MS Office, databases, and accounting software.
• Proficient in accounting software (Sage One).
• Ability to interpret financial records and read, compare, and interpret figures and data.
• Knowledge of accounts payable and receivable management.
• Ability to draw up monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets.
• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving.

Salary
N80,000 / Month (Gross). 

Application Closing Date
18th May, 2023.