Finance and Accounts Officer in a Reputable Security Company

Job Title: Finance and Accounts Officer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Our client is seeking a competent, detail-oriented Finance and Accounts Officer to join its operations team.
• The ideal candidate would be responsiblefor supporting the organization's financial operations by maintaining accurate accounting records, managing accounts receivable and payable, assisting with payroll administration, preparing financial reports, monitoring expenses, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and statutory regulations.
• The role contributes to sound financial management by ensuring timely processing of financial transactions, maintaining proper documentation, and supporting internal controls that promote accountability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Record Keeping & Accounting:

• Maintaining general ledger accounts
• Preparing journal entries and reconciliations
• Recording financial transactions in accounting systems
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Maintaining organized financial documentation
• Supporting month-end and year-end financial closing processes.

Accounts Receivable & Client Billing:

• Maintaining client billing records
• Supporting reconciliation of payments received
• Tracking outstanding receivables and following up on payments
• Preparing and issuing client invoices for services rendered
• Ensuring billing accuracy based on operational service agreements.
• Support the preparation and monitoring of client invoices and receivables.

Accounts Payable Management:

• Preparing payment schedules
• Processing payments in accordance with company procedures
• Support the management of company payments and financial obligations.
• Maintaining vendor payment records
• Reviewing vendor invoices and payment requests
• Ensuring timely settlement of approved financial obligations.

Payroll Support:

• Coordinating with HR and management regarding payroll adjustments.
• Verifying salary calculations and allowances
• Supporting preparation of payroll data
• Ensuring payroll records are properly maintained
• Assist in coordinating payroll preparation and verification processes.

Financial Reporting:

• Identifying unusual financial trends or discrepancies.
• Preparing basic financial summaries
• Assisting with monthly financial reports
• Assist in preparing periodic financial reports to support management decision-making.
• Supporting budget monitoring and cost analysis

Expense Monitoring & Cost Control

• Tracking operational expenses
• Support the monitoring of company expenditures and operational costs.
• Supporting internal cost control procedures
• Verifying expense documentation
• Assisting management in maintaining financial discipline across departments.

Compliance & Financial Controls:

• Maintaining proper financial documentation
• Supporting audit preparation processes
• Ensuring compliance with company financial procedures
• Support compliance with internal financial policies and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting implementation of internal financial control systems.

Requirements

• Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Tally, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar ERP systems is an advantage.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and bookkeeping.
• Strong integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Proper maintenance and organization of financial documentation.
• Minimum of4 -7 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Application Method
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Only candidates resident in or willing to relocate to Port Harcourt would be considered.