Account Officer - Republic Media

The Account Officer at Republic Media will be responsible to perform accounts, finance, and customer-related activities at the accounts department.

Account Officer Responsibilities:

• Process accounts receivables and payables and maintains files and records.
• Assist in general financial management, analysis, and reporting.
• Prepare the following Report every month:
• Management Accounts for operations and consolidated.
• Revenue, Collections, and Banking Report.
• Status Report on Statutory Obligations.
• Monthly Operational Expenditure Budget and Actual Spending Report (Variance Analysis).
• VAT, PAYE, TIER 1, TIER 2, and TIER 3 Returns.
• The monthly Budget request for Payroll and Non-payroll budgets.
• Process and submit Monthly Staff Payroll for approval.
• Prepare Annual Budget for the Business.
• Prepare and submit by December 31 of each year, Self-assessed Tax Returns for each year of assessment to GRA.
• Compile Fixed Assets Register for all Departments.
• Safeguard assets of the Business by ensuring strict adherence to Business Processes and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assist to recommend to Management cost savings strategies and measures.
• Assist to review the GRA Income Tax Act to identify areas where tax benefits can be obtained and tax avoidance exploited.
• Maintain Financial and Accounting Records following Financial Reporting

Standards and Requirements.

• Ensure strict adherence to Operational Policies and Procedures
• Liaise with External Auditors for end-of-year audit and other related transactions
• Liaise with Bankers of the company and Statutory bodies regarding Banking transactions, Tax Issues, and Reporting Issues.
• Weekly Reports on Sales and Variance Analysis
• Customer Service Executive Responsibilities
• Open and maintain customer accounts by recording account information.
• Identify and assess customers' needs to achieve satisfaction.
• Build sustainable relationships of trust through open and interactive communication.
• Handle complaints, provide appropriate solutions and alternatives within the time limits and follow up to ensure resolution.
• Execute all customer work orders and generate transmission certificates.
• Prepare daily reports, reconcile all receipts and Update the Head of Finance.

Account Officer Required Skills or Experience

Must have:

• At least 4-5 years working experience as an Accounts Officer with an additional customer service responsibility. A professional qualification will be an added advantage.
• Must be proficient in MS Excel and QuickBooks.
• Great interpersonal skills.
• Proven customer support experience.
• Strong phone handling skills and active listening.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively.
• High level of honesty and integrity.

Qualifications of the Account Officer

A degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or any related field.