Account Assistant at HR-Aid Consults

HR-Aid Consults, a start up consulting firm, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Assistant

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Retail
Mode of work: Hybrid

Overview

• The Account Assistant is expected to assist the Accounts department with data entry, processing, and recording transactions, updating the ledger, assisting

Responsibilities

• Prepare a daily update revenue report for the company
• Daily reconciliation of sales for the Retail team
• Verify the accuracy of vendors' invoices and prepare payment schedules
• Process payment requests in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Manage and maintain up-to-date accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
• Assist the Finance Manager in preparing financial statements
• Maintain the assets register for the company
• Verify purchase orders received from the Purchaser and raise a payment request for payment authorization by the Cost Controller
• Daily update of receivable tracker
• Participate in end of the month stock taking with the Inventory team
• Ensure an accurate filing system for all invoices, including bills from electricity, water, taxes, miscellaneous expenses and etc
• Vet, track, and reconcile petty cash disbursements as approved
• Ensure prompt cash deposits of cash sales for the company
• Perform any other task as assigned

Requirements

• B.Sc / HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any other accounting-related field
• 1-2 years’ experience as an Accountant
• A professional accounting qualification will be an added advantage, e.g., ICAN, ACCA
• Has an entrepreneurial mindset
• Has a mature and calm disposition
• Displays a high level of integrity
• Must be tech-savvy
• Has an interest in business operations.

Skills:

• Knowledge of accounting principles, best practices, and procedures
• Knowledge of accounts payable and receivable management
• Ability to interpret financial records
• Competency in MS Office, databases, and accounting software
• Ability to read, compare, and interpret figures and data
• Knowledge of office administration and procedures
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good knowledge of statutory and regulatory laws
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving
• High accuracy and attention to detail.

Salary
Competitive.

Application Closing Date
3rd March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talent@hr-aidconsults.com using the job title as the subject of the email.