Finance / Accounts Officer at Osten Laboratory Limited

Osten Laboratory is a leading industrial servicing company with a focus on supporting various sectors including Oil and Gas, Power, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Commodities, and Government. Our core activities encompass Total Quality Assurance, Sustainability and Inspection Services With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we provide a conducive environment for learning and growth.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance / Accounts Officer

Locations: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Responsibilities

• Financial Records: Maintain accurate financial records by recording daily transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Client Invoicing: Prepare and distribute invoices to clients, monitor payment statuses, and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Tax Payments: Track appropriate sales and apply tax payments on invoices as needed.
• Account Reconciliations: Perform regular reconciliations of financial accounts to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Bank Account Management: Track company bank accounts, deposits, and balances; report regularly to management.
• Month-End and Year-End Processes: Perform the month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries and assisting with financial statement analysis.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with other departments to gather and compile financial information required for budgeting and forecasting purposes, as well as commercial bids for the company’s services and projects.
• Tax Obligations: Monitor the company’s tax obligations (PAYE, WHT, VAT, CIT), follow up with relevant entities for action, and submit periodic status reports.
• Document Filing: Maintain organized filing systems for financial documents, ensuring documents are easily accessible for audits and reference purposes.
• Compliance: Stay up-to-date with relevant accounting regulations and advise Management to ensure the Company complies with local, state, and federal financial requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 3 years of proven experience in Accounting or Finance roles.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Quick Books) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Salary
N150,000 - N200,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
1st July, 2024.