Accountant at CEO's Mart

CEO's Mart is a retail business located in Eleganza, Lekki, Lagos. It typically offers a wide range of products, including groceries, household items, and personal care products. The store aims to provide quality goods at competitive prices while ensuring a pleasant shopping experience for customers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Nigeria

Summary

• We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team at CEO's Mart.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing accurate financial information to support decision-making processes.
• The Accountant will play a key role in maintaining the financial health of our supermarket.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting:

• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports.

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

• Manage the accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Monitor outstanding payments and follow up with clients and suppliers as necessary.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and report discrepancies to the Finance Manager.

Reconciliation:

• Perform regular reconciliations of bank statements, supplier accounts, and internal records.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies in financial records.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and prepare necessary documentation for tax filings.
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing required financial documents and information.

Inventory Accounting:

• Monitor inventory levels and ensure accurate recording of inventory transactions in the accounting system.
• Collaborate with the inventory management team to reconcile inventory accounts.

Record Keeping:

• Maintain organized financial records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure proper documentation for all financial transactions.

Financial Analysis:

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Provide insights and recommendations to management based on financial analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a retail or supermarket environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Ms office tools, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@ceomart.com.ng or hr.recruitmentnigeria23@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.