Account Officer at a Leading Manufacturing Company - Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited - Our client, a leading player in the manufacturing industry, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: ilupeju, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing

Job Summary

• Are you a detail-oriented Accounting professional looking to grow your career in a structured and fast-paced environment?
• Our client, a leading player in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a proactive and analytical Account Officer to join the Accounts & Finance team.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Reporting:

• Record all financial transactions (sales, purchases, payments, receipts, journals) in the ERP system promptly.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Assist with weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports.
• Support inter-company account reconciliations.

Payables & Receivables Management:

• Verify supplier invoices, payment vouchers, and supporting documents.
• Process approvals from authorized signatories.
• Prepare bank payment instructions.
• Assist in weekly debtors reporting.
• Prepare vendor payable summaries and manage advance payment records.
• Follow up with teams to ensure timely purchase bookings and proper documentation.

Compliance & Audit Support:

• Prepare VAT, WHT, PAYE, and Pension schedules and ensure timely remittances.
• Maintain well-organised documents for audit purposes.
• Support external auditors with required schedules and documentation.

Inventory Management:

• Participate in monthly physical stock counts.
• Reconcile raw materials, finished goods, and WIP with production and warehouse data.
• Support periodic reconciliations between Tally and eResource ERP during system migration.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting tools (Tally / eResource ERP).
• Familiarity with Nigerian tax laws (VAT, WHT, CIT, PAYE, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with other departments.

Salary
N200,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
9th December, 2025.