Account Officer at Stridewaves Limited

Stridewaves Limited is a sustainability-driven company focused on delivering innovative solutions in waste management, environmental consultancy, personnel outsourcing, procurement, and sustainability reporting. As part of our continued expansion within Port Harcourt and across Nigeria, we are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Account Officer to support our financial operations, ensure accurate recordkeeping, and maintain compliance with internal and external accounting standards.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Account Officer will be responsible for managing the company’s financial records, preparing reports, reconciling accounts, processing payments, and ensuring compliance with accounting procedures and company policies.
• The ideal candidate must be highly organized, analytical, and skilled in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Recordkeeping & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions and ensure proper documentation.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow statements.
• Track company expenditures and ensure alignment with approved budgets.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Process invoices, receipts, and vendor payments promptly and accurately.
• Monitor and reconcile accounts payable and receivable balances.
• Follow up with clients and vendors on outstanding payments and ensure timely settlements.

Banking & Reconciliation:

• Manage daily bank transactions, deposits, and withdrawals.
• Reconcile bank statements with company financial records.
• Liaise with banks and financial institutions on account-related matters.

Compliance & Audit Support:

• Ensure compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards.
• Assist external auditors by providing accurate documentation and reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and safeguard company assets.

Administrative & Cross-Departmental Support:

• Collaborate with other departments (Procurement, Operations, HR) to ensure proper financial documentation.
• Support payroll processing, staff reimbursements, and vendor account management.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems and internal controls.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance, preferably within a corporate or project-based environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
• Good understanding of Nigerian tax regulations and basic financial reporting standards.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Must be proactive, disciplined, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Attributes:

• Integrity and confidentiality in handling financial data.
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills.
• Team-oriented with a structured and process-driven mindset.
• Passion for sustainability and ethical business practices.

Remuneration

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and opportunities for career growth within the Stridewaves Group.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience to: careers@stridewaves.com using "Application for Account Officer (Port Harcourt)" as the subject of the mail.