Job Title: ACCOUNTANT

Job Description: Responsible for tracking and evaluating day-to-day financial activities of the organisation under the supervision of the Head of Finance.

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure proper and accurate collection of funds and recording of financial information.
• Carry out banking transactions.
• Process payments and ensure timely, accurate and complete payments are done in line with payment schedules.
• Provide assistance in the maintenance of financial records.
• Maintain cost reports and manage invoices.
• Ensure retirements are done in line with the organisation’s policy.
• Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions.
• Ensure fillings are done sequentially with complete documentation and records are safely preserved.
• Take responsibility for own continuous professional development by proactively identifying and participating in formal/informal learning opportunities.
• Meet financial accounting objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Finance and/or management.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors’ degree/HND in Accounting, Banking & Finance or Business Administration
• Minimum of 2 years cognate experience
• Knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or IFRS
• Evidence of proficiency in one or two accounting software
• Cash flow management skills
• Excellent mathematical skills
• Strong time management and planning skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Excellent organizational skills

Application Closing Date: Sunday, 20th October 2023