Senior Account Officer

Responsibilities:

• The Senior Account Officer will be responsible for bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records for the organization.
• Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
• The main duties include recording all financial transactions, managing inventory control, monitoring stock levels, and maintaining accurate records of stock movements.
• Cross-checking invoices with payments and expenses to ensure accuracy.
• Managing a company’s accounts payable and receivable
• Working with collection agencies on overdue payments
• Prepare financial reports for regulatory agencies to review.
• Maintaining and reconciling fixed assets schedules
• Prepare schedules and payment of SSNIT/PAYE contributions on monthly basis.
• Act as backup for other team members with areas of work including accounts payable, payroll, and tax compliance.
• Support ad hoc projects and supporting junior staff as required or assigned.

Requirements:

• 1st Degree in Accounting or Banking & Finance is a pre-requisite. Part qualified ACCA/ICAG or related
• Professional Qualification would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in bookkeeping, inventory management, and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of tax laws
• Proficiency with accounting software, preferably Tally ERP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.