Account Officer
Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- The Account Officer supports the organization’s financial operations by maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting the Financial Manager with financial analysis and reporting.
- The role also contributes to budget planning and implementation while providing basic administrative support to ensure efficient financial and office operations.
Key Responsibilities
Financial and Accounting Functions:
- Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger entries, invoices, receipts, and payment documentation.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring timely payments and proper documentation.
- Prepare and maintain financial records, schedules, and supporting documents for periodic financial reporting.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Support the Financial Manager with financial analysis, budget tracking, and financial reporting when required.
- Assist in budget preparation, budget planning, and the implementation of approved budgets across operational units.
- Monitor and track expenses against approved budgets and report variances where necessary.
- Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
- Maintain proper documentation of all financial transactions to support internal and external audits.
- Ensure compliance with company financial policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Support tax documentation, statutory payments, and financial compliance processes when required.
- Administrative Functions:
- Maintain organized filing systems for financial and administrative records (both physical and electronic).
- Assist in preparing financial and administrative documents, reports, and presentations for management meetings.
- Support procurement documentation and track purchase requests, invoices, and vendor payments.
- Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and service providers regarding financial documentation and payments.
- Assist in maintaining office operational records and administrative documentation.
- Provide administrative support to the finance department and other units when required.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree/ HND in Accounting.
- 5–7 years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
- Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or ATS) or progress toward certification will be an added advantage.
- Peferably a Male for Gender equality.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Strong analytical and financial data interpretation skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good organizational, documentation, and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial information.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Application Closing Date
6th May, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: humanresources@training-hub.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.