Account Reconciliation Officer at UPDC Facility Management Limited

UPDC Facility Management Limited (commonly called UPDC FM) is a leading facilities management company in Nigeria. It specialises in managing, maintaining, and optimising properties — including residential estates, commercial buildings, corporate spaces, and other assets — to ensure they are functional, safe, and efficient throughout their lifecycle.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Reconciliation Officer

Location: CMS, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Reconciliation Officer ensures that all financial accounts, records, and statements are accurate, complete, and aligned with internal and external records.
• This role is critical for detecting discrepancies, preventing errors or fraud, and supporting the integrity of UPDC-FM’s financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of:
  • Bank statements vs. company ledger
  • Vendor accounts vs. internal records
  • Intercompany accounts (if applicable)
• Identify and investigate discrepancies between internal records and external statements.
• Record and adjust any corrections in the ledger after proper approvals.
• Maintain detailed reconciliation files for audit and compliance purposes.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other departments to resolve issues.
• Prepare reconciliation reports for management review, highlighting exceptions or risks.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes by providing reconciled account data.
• Ensure compliance with UPDC-FM’s financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in account reconciliation or accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Competencies:

• Accuracy and thoroughness
• Analytical and investigative mindset
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Integrity and confidentiality.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.