Account Officer at Lington and Bernie Consulting Limited

Lington & Bernie Consulting Limited was established on October 8, 1999 to provide efficient and qualitative consulting services to the oil and gas industry as well as banks and financial institutions in the areas of human resources placement and management, human resources consulting services, tax administration and payroll services as well as oil and gas fiscal and contractual terms advisory services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The Account Officer is responsible for managing and recording the financial transactions of the organization.
• This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting the finance team in preparing financial reports.
• The Account Officer plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data and compliance with relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of cash flow statement
• Preparation of daily account balances
• Preparation of bank reconciliation statement
• Investment monitoring and placement
• Posting of accounting transactions
• Verification of all invoices, petty cash, and payment vouchers
• Ensuring that approved and disbursed funds are properly retired by staff
• Monitor bank balance/statements
• Assist the supervisor in statutory payment to relevant agencies, prompt payment to vendors, suppliers, and contractors after due authorization
• Ensure that accounting guidelines, policies and processes of the organization are strictly followed.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI):

• Accurate records of the company’s financial transactions
• Cost savings for the company through prudent use of financial resources
• Compliance with the company’s policy on retirement of fund
• Timely submission of financial reports.

Academic Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree / HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• A Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field and/or professional certification (ACA or ACCA) would be an added advantage
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office tools and ability to use accounting software (e.g. Sage 50 and other accounting packages)
• 3 - 5 years relevant experience in accounting/financial management or in a similar role.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good analytical and technical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Application Closing Date
16th September, 2024.