Finance Officer - Reputable Company

Job Description

• Vet payment vouchers and process through General Ledger for approval/payment.
• Prepare cheques and process for approval/payment in line with approved guidelines.
• Reconcile General Ledger for review by Superior Officer.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements.
• Update Accounts Receivables and process invoices for payments.
• Prepare SSNIT and PAYE returns and file payments with statutory institutions.
• Process monthly payroll for employees within prescribed limits of authority.
• Update records of all accounting transactions.
• Provide support in annual audit activities.
• Gather data for the preparation of monthly/quarterly financial reports (i.e. Income Statements, Balance Sheets, etc.).
• Prepare period reports related to job function.
• Perform any other functional duties as may be assigned by Superior Officer.

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JOB SPECIFICATION

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/HND in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related field.

Experience

• Not less than three (3) years relevant working experience in a related role.

Required Competencies

• Knowledge and understanding in the use of finance/accounting methodologies and tools.
• General knowledge of the International Financial Reporting System (IFRS), Accounting and Auditing Standards and related regulations.
• General knowledge/understanding of tax laws and related regulations.

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• Absolute discretion in handling and dealing with confidential information/data.
• Good planning and organizing skills.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work effectively with all categories of employees and contribute to team task accomplishment.
• Proficient in the use of accounting software/tools and Microsoft Office suite – Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc. and internet.