Account Officer at Adkan Services Nigeria Limited

Adkan Service Nigeria Limited is a wholly indigenous construction company with a bias of undertaking construction projects essentially within the country. The reason for this nationalistic and patriotic bent is to join hands with others of like minds in other specialised fields in making Nigeria not only the pride of other nations but a reference point in Architectural designs and brilliantly executed construction projects. In furtherance of this mission statement, it is worth stating that all our completed projects can stand the test of time and can also compete favourably with similar projects elsewhere in the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The ideal candidate will ensure accurate financial record-keeping, assist in financial planning, and contribute to the financial control and reporting that support our strategic growth.
• This role is critical to ensuring regulatory compliance, cost efficiency, and sound financial decision-making in the aviation & charter business environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a full set of financial records, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and prepayments.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements (profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow) in accordance with Nigerian Financial Reporting Standards and any relevant aviation / regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all journal entries and reconciliations are accurate and properly documented.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes; monitor budget vs actuals; provide variance analysis and actionable recommendations to management.
• Reconcile bank statements, manage cash flow forecasting, and ensure adequate liquidity for operations (including charter operations, maintenance, importation of parts/spares, etc.).
• Oversee petty cash and ensure prudent fund management across departments.
• Ensure timely preparation of tax returns (corporate tax, VAT, WHT, etc.) and compliance with tax laws.
• Liaise with tax authorities, auditors and regulatory agencies to maintain compliance and resolve queries.
• Support internal and external audits; ensure timely delivery of audit schedules, correct findings, and implement audit recommendations to strengthen internal controls.
• Maintain fixed asset register; oversee depreciation schedules; ensure accounting for acquisition, disposal, and valuation in line with company policy.
• Support periodic physical verification of assets and coordinate with maintenance and logistics for asset tracking.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, maintenance, and import/logistics teams to monitor costs, control expenses, and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Monitor regulatory & industry‐specific financial rules (aviation taxes, import duty exemptions, levies, AOC-related fees, etc.) and ensure compliance.
• Support financial analyses for strategic decisions (fleet acquisition/leasing, sales, charters, partnerships).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 3–6 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Professional accounting certification (ACA, ACCA, ICAN) is an added advantage.
• Good working knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, VAT, accounting and auditing standards, and import/customs regulations.
• Familiarity with international accounting standards and multi-currency transactions is an advantage.
• High integrity, strong ethical standards; attention to detail.
• Analytical thinker; able to interpret financial data to inform strategy.
• Strong organisational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities under deadlines.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.