About this role
A Nigerian job opening for an Account Officer at LEAD Enterprise Support Company Limited in Lagos. The role targets individuals who can maintain financial records, process transactions, reconcile accounts and assist with financial reporting and inventory accounting for a manufacturing firm in Shomolu. The employer provides human resources solutions and offers services such as outsourcing, recruitment and HR advisory. The role involves handling daily transactions, bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, inventory support and period-end processes.
What you would do
- Record daily financial transactions and maintain accounting records.
- Process invoices, payment vouchers, receipts and supporting documents.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, including payment tracking and chasing outstanding balances.
- Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Reconcile supplier and customer accounts.
- Maintain petty cash records and document expenses.
- Support inventory reconciliation, stocktaking and monitor production costs.
- Assist with monthly financial reports and period-end closing activities.
- Support tax computations, statutory remittances and audit preparation.
- Ensure transactions comply with company policies and internal controls.
What they are asking for
- B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Experience in a manufacturing company is an advantage.
- Good understanding of bookkeeping, reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Familiarity with inventory accounting and basic costing principles.
- Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
- High level of accuracy, integrity and attention to detail.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively with other departments.
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