Account Officer at Powerex Limited

Powerex Limited is a reputable Company in the provision of electrical and power services in Nigeria. With our team of competent staff, we serve our clients by combining good customer service with sound technical skills. Our responsiveness and professionalism uniquely endear us to our growing clientele. We appreciate that high-quality power availability means a lot to your business; that is what we are set to ensure. Your electric power concerns are safe in our hands; you may confidently go to sleep. You would find our partnership more rewarding than you thought. We are focused on strengthening relationships with our customers and leading global solutions vendors, ensuring that we continually provide cutting-edge technology solutions with the highest quality of service delivery, exceeding our customers' expectations. We welcome you to our world where we attentively listen to and appreciate your needs, and are always willing to meet and exceed your expectations cost-effectively and efficiently

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: Lagos

Summary

• The Account Officer is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audits, processing transactions on Sage, and facilitating smooth financial operations between the group of companies.
• This role involves coordination with internal departments, banks, and regulatory bodies to ensure timely financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities
Accounting and Financial Records:

• Prepare and post payables and receivables invoices on Sage
• Maintain and update the main Cashbook and Cashbook records on both Excel and Sage
• Prepare and update sales and receivables records
• Update Admin imprest records and close out postings as required
• Post insurance, rent appropriations, and statutory expenses accurately.
• Collate and file financial documents and vouchers, both digitally and in hard copy.
• Assist in the preparation and sharing of weekly and monthly financial reports with the Head of Finance.
• Maintain and update the asset register.
• Support the collation of documents for audits (e.g., FIRS) and bank registrations.
• Prepare letters to banks for financial transactions.
• Visit banks for activities such as cash withdrawals, payment of statutory fees (VAT, WHT, PAYE), and document submission.
• File statutory documents (e.g., VAT and PAYE receipts) appropriately
• Assist in preparing inventory reports and supporting logistics for deliveries.
• Coordinate with departments to retrieve supporting documents for expenses.
• Prepare and share internal communication letters for financial processes.
• Respond to emails and internal departmental requests.
• Provide support for account opening processes for new hires or departments.

Key Competencies and Skills:

• Proficiency in the use of Excel and accounting software
• Strong understanding of Nigerian tax laws and statutory remittances.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Experience liaising with auditors and regulatory bodies

Application Closing Date
15th August, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: hr@powerex-limited.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.