Accounts Officer in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Company

Job Title: Accounts Officer

Location: Sango, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Due to increasing activities, our client urgently desire services of an Account Officer

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track financial transactions, expenses, and budgets to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as purchasing, sales, and operations, to coordinate financial activities and support business operations.
• Provide support and assistance to auditors, tax professionals, and regulatory agencies during audits and examinations.
• Stay updated on accounting standards, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Prepare and process invoices, payments, expense reports, and other financial transactions.
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of financial statements, reports, and budgets.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records, including journal entries, ledgers, and accounts receivable/payable.
• Conduct monthly bank reconcilliation.
• Prepare annual budget and monitor budget performance
• Reconcile financial transactions, accounts, and discrepancies to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Assist with payroll processing, including data entry, calculations, and reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations, adjustments, and accruals.

Job Requirements

• Also having an experience with an Audit firm will be an advantage.
• Must have a minimum of HND or BSc in Accounting.
• A previous experience in the same role in an FMCG company will be an advantage.
• The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 4 years’ experience.