Accounting Assistant at SIMS Nigeria Limited

Job Summary

• To process cash, debit, credit and check transactions using a cash register or other point-of-sale system. To balance the cash register, record purchases, process returns and scan items for sale.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• To process sales transactions
• To collect cash, checks and credit card payments from customers
• To issue receipts to customers
• To reconcile cash drawers and sales receipts
• To maintain transaction records and prepare reports of transaction report
• To process returns and exchanges in line with policy
• To maintain clean and tidy checkout area
• To stay up to date on promotions, advertisements and product information
• To maintain cash control over register drawer and verify amounts are correct
• Other duties as may be assigned

Key Performance Indicators:

• Accuracy
• Speed and efficiency
• Error resolution time
• Invoice cycle time
• Invoice exception rate
• Days payable outstanding

Education and Work Experience

• Qualification to Degree level
• A higher Degree and professional qualification.
• 3 years cognate experience

Skills and Behaviour:

• Very good oral and written communication
• Deep attention to details and strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Good mathematical and computing skills