Job title : Accountant I jobs in Lagos Job Location : Lagos Deadline : June 29, 2024 Quick Recommended Links
Job Summary
Accountant to provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting tasks.
You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances.
The account will also assist the senior accountant in streamlining the company’s financial processes.
Job Responsibilities
Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
Update accounts receivable and issue invoices
Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations
Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned
Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed
Maintain ledger; record and document company financial transactions
Oversee bank reconciliations and balance financial records
Update vendor information
Keep updated budgets; handle monthly payroll disbursements and invoices, and confirm expense vouchers and purchase orders
Prepare and present regular reports about company finances including budgets, debts, deficits, expenditures, and revenue
Review data to ensure that proper procedures are being followed
Conduct or assist with fixed asset audits
Calculate taxes and prepare tax returns in compliance with payment and reporting regulations
Identify and resolve financial discrepancies
Utilize database management systems to maintain up-to-date record-keeping of financial documents
Predict future revenue and expenses through a detailed analysis of current and past trends in costs, financial commitments, revenues, and trends
Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings
Assist with other accounting projects
Undertake any other task assigned
Job Requirements Education:
A Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or any closely related field from a reputable University. A professional certificate (ACCA, ICAN) is a must.
Experience:
Minimum of (3) years’ work experience post NYSC.
Experience in the usage of Accounting software.
Job Competences:
Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Awareness of business trends
Familiarity with financial accounting statements
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like QuickBooks
Advanced MS Excel skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skill.
Accounting / Financial Services jobs in Nigeria Accountant I in Lagos
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