Account Officer (Graduate Trainee) at Salpha Energy Limited

Job Summary

• We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Account Officer graduate trainee or a graduate serving under the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme and young graduate to join our dynamic finance team.
• The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a passion for numbers, finance, and accounting principles.
• This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a real-world business environment.
• The Account Officer graduate trainee will provide crucial support to the finance department, assisting with daily accounting tasks, financial reporting, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.
• You will work under the direct supervision of the Senior Accountant or Finance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and schedules.
• Process and manage financial transactions, including invoices, payments, and expense claims.
• Assist with the preparation of bank reconciliations and manage petty cash transactions.
• Support the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Help maintain and update the general ledger.
• Assist in preparing statutory remittances, including PAYE, Pension, and VAT, ensuring compliance with Nigerian tax laws.
• File and maintain organized financial documents, both electronically and in hard copy.
• Provide support during internal and external audit processes by retrieving necessary documents and information.
• Utilize accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or other proprietary software) for data entry and record-keeping.
• Perform other administrative and accounting duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications and Requirements

• NYSC Status: Must be a fresh graduate with 3 years work experience in a similar role or currently serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or have a recent call-up letter for placement in Lagos.
• Educational Background: A Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of a Second Class Lower (2:2) or Lower Credit is required.
• Professional Certification: Student membership in a professional accounting body (e.g., ICAN, ACCA) is an added advantage but not mandatory.

Skills and Competencies:
Technical Skills:

• Solid understanding of basic accounting and financial principles (e.g., double-entry bookkeeping, accruals).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables are a plus).
• Familiarity with accounting software is an advantage.

Soft Skills:

• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• A proactive and eager-to-learn attitude.