Account Officer

Account Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT) 

Employment Type: Full-time

DOJ: 16th March 2026

Reports to: Senior Finance Manager

Job Functions 

• The Account Officer is responsible for overseeing financial operations, reporting, controls, and compliance across multiple business lines — 365 (Oil & Gas) and Apex (Hospitality).
• This role will have strong financial oversight capabilities, multi-entity accounting experience, and the ability to implement internal controls across diverse industries.
• The Account Officer will ensure accurate financial reporting, effective cash flow management, regulatory compliance, and sound financial governance for both businesses.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations Oversight (Multi-Business Management):

• Oversee daily financial transactions for both 365 and Apex.
• Supervise cashiers and finance support staff to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review and approve daily sales reports, expense postings, and reconciliations.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition across both businesses.
• Monitor cash flow and liquidity requirements for each business unit.
• Coordinate intercompany transactions where applicable.

Accounting & Financial Reporting:

• Maintain accurate general ledger records for both business lines.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Prepare management reports highlighting revenue trends, cost drivers, and profitability.
• Support external audits and provide required documentation.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning:

• Assist in preparing annual budgets for 365 and Apex.
• Track actual performance against budget and provide variance analysis.
• Develop cash flow forecasts and financial projections.
• Support strategic decision-making with financial insights and scenario analysis.
• Monitor fuel inventory accounting (for 365) and food & beverage cost control (for Apex).

Internal Controls & Risk Management:

• Design and implement internal financial controls across both businesses.
• Ensure segregation of duties between cash handling, approvals, and reconciliations.
• Monitor for fraud risks, leakages, or financial irregularities.
• Conduct periodic internal audits of cash, inventory, and financial records.
• Strengthen compliance procedures in line with industry best practices.

Cash & Treasury Management:

• Oversee all cash handling processes and ensure timely bank deposits.
• Monitor POS transactions, transfers, and digital payment systems.
• Review daily cash reconciliation reports submitted by cashiers.
• Approve payment vouchers and authorize disbursements within delegated limits.
• Ensure proper safeguarding of financial assets and instruments.

Regulatory Compliance & Taxation:

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, financial reporting standards, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare and file relevant tax returns (VAT, withholding tax, etc.).
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, auditors, and tax consultants when necessary.
• Ensure proper documentation and retention of financial records.

Leadership & Team Supervision:

• Supervise and mentor cashiers and junior finance staff.
• Set performance targets and ensure accountability within the finance function.
• Train operational teams on financial discipline and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with operations managers of both 365 and Apex to improve financial efficiency.
• Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and financial integrity.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ICAN, ACCA, or ACA is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant experience in accounting or finance, preferably with experience managing finances across multiple business units or entities.
• Experience in multi-entity accounting, preferably across sectors such as Oil & Gas, Hospitality, Retail, or other high-volume transactional businesses.
• Demonstrable experience in financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, reconciliations, taxation, and internal controls.
• Working knowledge of Nigerian tax regulations, including VAT, Withholding Tax, PAYE, and other applicable statutory obligations.
• Experience with accounting software/ERP systems and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Application Closing Date

19th September, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application to: vestateshrcompliance@gmail.com using "Account Officer" as subject of the email.