Assistant Manager – Accounts (Lagos) at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Accounts

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Accounts Manager

Role Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Assistant Manager – Accounts to oversee financial operations.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely reconciliations, supporting compliance processes, and assisting the Accounts Manager in day-to-day accounting activities.

Key Responsibilities
Debtors & Creditors Reconciliation:

• Manage end-to-end reconciliation of customer (debtors) and vendor (creditors) accounts.
• Follow up on outstanding receivables and resolve vendor payment discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare aging reports for management review.

Bank Reconciliation & General Accounting:

• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy between bank statements and the general ledger.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets.
• Support month-end closing activities and ensure books are finalized within set timelines.

Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Ensure adherence to financial controls and accounting procedures at the factory level.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audit exercises by providing required documentation and reports.

Reporting & Business Partnering:

• Work closely with the plant team on invoice processing, transaction management, and cost monitoring.
• Prepare weekly and monthly MIS reports for management review.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar accounting role.
• Manufacturing industry experience is an added advantage.
• ICAN membership or ongoing professional qualification is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Accounting Software such as SAP, QuickBooks, or other ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary
N200,000 - N300,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
22nd June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using "Assistant Manager – Accounts" as the subject of the mail.