Account Officer at Pathway Advisors Limited

Job Summary

The Account Officer will support the finance and accounting operations of the holding company and its subsidiaries. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing inter-company transactions, and supporting consolidated reporting. The ideal candidate must have strong analytical skills, a good understanding of financial services operations, and the ability to work effectively across multiple subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in compliance with regulatory and internal policies.
• Reconcile bank statements, subsidiary ledgers, and inter-company accounts.
• Monitor and record day-to-day financial transactions across the holding company and its subsidiaries.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts for the group.
• Support statutory audits, tax filings, and liaise with external auditors and tax consultants.
• Ensure proper documentation and classification of all accounting transactions.
• Monitor cash flow and assist in treasury management for the holding company.
• Collaborate with finance teams in the subsidiaries to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Support compliance with financial regulations applicable to investment banking, asset management, and micro-lending sectors.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Professional certification (or in view) such as ACA, ACCA,  is an advantage.
• 2–4 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a financial services environment.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, IFRS, and financial regulations in Nigeria.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Zoho, or ERP systems).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.

Personal Attributes:

• Integrity and professionalism.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Organized and methodical in approach.
• Team-oriented with a proactive mindset.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic financial services group.