Finance Assistant at a Prominent Sports Retail Company - The Impeccable Skills Company

The Impeccable Skills Company - Our client is a prominent Sports Retail company committed to delivering top-quality sports equipment, apparel, and accessories to sports enthusiasts nationwide.

They are recruiting a skilled and dedicated individual to join their team in the capacity below:

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• As a Finance Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting the finance department in various financial tasks and ensuring the smooth financial operations of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Record financial transactions, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments.
• Prepare and process invoices, expenses, and reimbursements.
• Assist in preparing budget plans and forecasts.
• Monitor budgetary performance and report on variances.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure adherence to budget guidelines.
• Reconcile bank statements with the company's financial records regularly.
• Assist in generating financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Support the finance department in conducting internal audits.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant financial regulations.
• Accurately input financial data into the company's accounting software.
• Assist in analyzing financial data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.
• Monitor and control expenses to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines.
• Liaise with departments to manage and track expenditure.
• Collaborate with the finance team to execute financial transactions and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 1 - 5 years relevant work experience.
• Previous experience in finance or accounting roles is desirable, but not mandatory.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Excel, accounting software, and financial management tools.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to analyze financial data and present meaningful insights.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

Communication:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments.

Time Management:

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Capable of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Integrity:

• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of financial information.
• High ethical standards and reliability.

Application Closing Date
14th August, 2023.