Job Title: Accounts Officer

Location: Lekki, Lagos

Salary: 250-300

Job Summary

The Accounts Officer will manage financial records, process transactions, and support financial controls within a fast-paced environment. The role ensures accurate payroll support, vendor payments, expense tracking, and compliance with accounting standards to support continuous operations.

*Key Responsibilities*

- Financial Record Keeping: Maintain accurate financial records including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Ensure proper documentation for operational and payroll-related transactions.

- Transaction Processing: Process vendor invoices, staff reimbursements, and operational expenses. Support payroll processing, shift allowances, overtime, and performance-based incentives.

- Financial Reporting: Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts and cost analysis reports. Track call center cost drivers such as staffing costs, utilities, and subscriptions.

- Reconciliation: Perform bank, payroll, and vendor reconciliations. Reconcile shift payments and incentive payouts against approved schedules.

- Compliance & Controls: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies. Support internal controls related to cash handling and expense approvals.

- Collaboration: Work closely with HR and Operations teams on payroll, incentives, and budgeting. Provide financial data to support workforce planning and cost optimisation.

- Audit Support: Assist internal and external auditors with required documentation.

*Qualifications & Requirements*

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. ICAN/ACCA qualification is an added advantage.

- Experience: Minimum of 2–4 years’ accounting experience.

- Skills & Competencies: Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, ZohoBooks, Sage). Strong analytical and reconciliation skills. High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Apply via sajiboye@bridgegapconsults.com

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