Account Officer

Account Officer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Reconcile the accounts receivable subsidiary ledger with the general ledger.
• Monitor outstanding customer balances and maintain the aged debtors' report within approved credit limits.
• Follow up on overdue accounts and liaise with customers to ensure prompt payment.
• Process customer receipts, including cheques, electronic transfers, and direct deposits.
• Carry out assigned banking activities.
• Process supplier invoices accurately and promptly.
• Prepare payment schedules and process approved supplier payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Manage and reconcile petty cash.
• Maintain proper records of accounts payable transactions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support internal and external audit exercises.
• Maintain compliance with Company financial policies and statutory requirements.
• Assist in fixed asset management and financial analysis.
• Provide finance-related support to internal departments as required.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• B.Sc. in Accounting.
• Part qualification in ACA, ICAN, ACCA, or an equivalent professional accounting certification will be an added advantage.

Experiences:

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Experience using SAP ERP or similar accounting software is an advantage.

Skills:

• Sound knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Bank Reconciliation.
• Good understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial reporting functions.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Salary

N300,000 - N350,000 per month.

Application Closing Date

31st July, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@solarnigachem.com.ng using the Job Title as subject of the email.