Accountant

Workforce Group  |  Abuja

Posted 07 Jul


Description

Our client is a firm in the fresh foods business (wholesale, retail, and supply)

Location: Abuja

Responsibilities

  • Manage all accounting transactions
  • Prepare budget forecasts
  • Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
  • Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
  • Ensure timely bank payments
  • Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
  • Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
  • Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity
  • Audit financial transactions and documents
  • Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database
    backups when necessary
  • Comply with financial policies and regulations
  • Create accounting system for the company and run with it.

Requirements


  • 3-5 years’ work experience as an Accountant

  • Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures,
    including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

  • Hands-on experience with accounting software like Sage and
    QuickBooks etc

  • Advanced MS Excel skills.

  • Experience with general ledger functions

  • Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills

  • BSc in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree

  • Retail industry experience is a plus

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