Senior Accountant & Bookkeeper at Herbal Goodness (Remote)

Herbal Goodness is a manufacturer of premium quality, unique, organic, non-GMO superfoods, and herbal products to support healthy living and impact lives. Founded in 2013, the company excels in the botanical and natural supplements industry and manufactures product lines such as Herbal Teas, Supplements, Extracts, Essential Oils, Smoothies, and Juices. The company is unique in its values of Quality, Sustainability, and Impact. 100% women and minority-owned, Herbal Goodness believes in Business for social good. We donate 10% of our profits to promote the education of girls.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accountant & Bookkeeper

Location: Abuja (Remote)

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant & Bookkeeper with extensive expertise in QuickBooks to join our team.
• The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in accounting and bookkeeping, with a strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, tax compliance, and general ledger management.
• This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the general ledger.
• Utilize QuickBooks for bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and transaction processing.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, reports, and budgets in compliance with GAAP standards.
• Assist in audit preparation, ensuring financials are audit-ready and comply with industry regulations.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting standards.
• Support tax preparation by maintaining a structured bookkeeping system that enables efficient reporting and tax optimization strategies.
• Conduct financial analysis to provide insights that support business decisions and profitability.
• Reconcile bank statements and vendor/customer accounts to ensure accuracy in financial transactions.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity planning to support business operations.
• Assist in cost management and margin optimization by analyzing expenses and identifying efficiencies.
• Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) relevant to financial health and company growth.
• Implement budgeting processes, aligning forecasts with growth targets and financial planning.
• Manage inventory accounting and cost control strategies to align with company financial goals.
• Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to streamline financial processes and reporting.
• Support management with strategic financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting initiatives.
• Strengthen internal controls around financial reporting, inventory, and expenditures.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in accounting and bookkeeping.
• Expert-level proficiency in QuickBooks (Online and Desktop).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Must have excellent Internet connection, working laptop and ability to adjust work hours to Central Standard Time (Between 9 am - 5 pm Central Standard Time).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.