Accountant at Afconrecruit Limited

 Purpose of the Role

• The Accountant will oversee financial record-keeping, process payments, manage receivables and payables, prepare reports, and support the finance team in maintaining transparency, accountability, and regulatory compliance.

Scope of Work

The Accountant will:

• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely collections and payments.
• Maintain proper records of company income, expenses, and assets.
• Support payroll preparation and statutory remittances (taxes, pension, etc.).
• Assist in budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Support both internal and external audits with required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Record transactions in compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Track inflows and outflows to maintain healthy liquidity.
• Monitor receivables and ensure timely collections.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Provide input for budget development.
• Track performance against approved budgets and highlight variances.

Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure prompt remittance of VAT, WHT, PAYE, and other statutory deductions.
• Liaise with auditors during annual audits and provide supporting schedules.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Support automation and digitization of financial records.
• Recommend measures to strengthen internal controls.

Deliverables

• Timely and accurate monthly management accounts.
• Reconciled bank statements and ledgers.
• Up-to-date statutory remittances and compliance reports.
• Clear budget monitoring reports with variance analysis.
• Audit-ready financial documentation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of reports.
• Percentage of overdue receivables.
• Compliance rate with tax and statutory obligations.
• Audit performance (number of adjustments raised).
• Budget variance levels.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is an advantage.
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in telecoms, ICT, or service industries.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or ERP systems).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.