Accountant at Dang Lifestyle

Overview

• In this role, you will be responsible for cash flow management, monitoring income and expenditure, as well as reviewing account reconciliations.
• You will also be responsible with keeping financial records, make sure that all transactions are entered into the accounting program accurately.

Key Responsibilities
Daily:

• Post and reconcile daily transactions
• Keep an updated record of daily business transactions
• Extract sales records from the POS terminal to reconcile actual sales
• Confirm proof of payments as requested
• Investigate & resolve issues related to pending transactions such as refund, double-payment from customers, etc
• Process incoming and outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Weekly:

• Prepare and make bank deposits
• Ensure payment terminals gadgets are working properly
• Check, identify, flag, and investigate discrepancies from purchase orders
• Review all purchase orders and receipts for any vendor invoices submitted
• Manage account payables and account receivables and maintain an up-to-date billing system, accounts receivable and payable files, customer files and records
• Prepare weekly financial reports for management.

Monthly:

• Keep track, process, and reconcile payments and expenditures, including payroll, purchase orders, invoices, refund requisitions etc. in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Prepare the monthly payroll schedule and employees’ pay stubs to indicate deductions (statutory and penalties), reimbursements, bonuses or any other allowances
• Perform monthly reconciliation of bank statements
• Process the remittance of monthly taxes
• Recommend cost management initiatives and assist with the development of business strategies by preparing budgets and financial forecasts
• Maintain assets’ register and liaise with auditors
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and standards
• Code all invoices, including bills from electricity, water, taxes, miscellaneous expenses, etc
• Carry out periodic inventory reconciliations in conjunction with the Procurement Officer and Inventory Officer
• Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts payable and receivable status
• Perform any other task as assigned.

Key Interactions

• Internal interaction: MD/CEO, Executive Assistant, Sales Supervisor, Procurement Officer, Inventory Officer, Operations and Admin Supervisor, Logistics and Fulfilment Lead.
• External Interaction: Banks, Vendors, LIRS, FIRS, NAFDAC

Education and Experience

• B.Sc / HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any other Accounting related field.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience as an Accountant
• Professional accounting qualification will be an added advantage e.g., ICAN, ACCA

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of accounting principles, best practices, and procedures
• Proficiency in preparation of financial statements and records
• Technical know-how on financial report writing
• Ability to draw up monthly, quarterly, and annual budget
• Solid knowledge of regulatory compliance (PAYE, PENSION, VAT, Company Income Tax)
• Competency in MS Office, databases, and accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, etc.
• Ability to read, compare and interpret figures and data
• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good knowledge of statutory and regulatory laws
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Must demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and sound judgement
• Must be discreet and professional in creating accounting reports in compliance with accounting standards
• Must be detailed oriented
• Must be a person of integrity
• Must have a proactive attitude
• Display interest in keeping up to date with introduction of new principles, laws taxes in the accounting field.

Remuneration
N250,000 Monthly.