Accountant / Branch Manager at The GIG Group

Locations: Asaba, Benin, Onitsha - Anambra, Delta and Edo

Job Description

Accountant:

• Responsible for analyzing & reconciling detailed general ledger accounts as assigned.
• Maintains a filing system for account payable records
• Prepare and input prepayment, accrual and other month end journals in the Accounting system
• Respond to and resolve vendors and other accounts queries
• Collate supplier’s documentation for processing
• Work closely with receiving department and related departments to ensure all invoices have the appropriate documentation attached and approvals prior to processing
• Process all invoices and statements and Ensure correct costing and invoicing of all sales and services.
• Record and process payments of goods and services
• Maintain clear lines of communication with outside companies to ensure timely and accurate supply of goods and services
• Keep records and accounts accurate and current.
• Implement all internal control measures.
• Prepare and monitor monthly payroll for wages and salaries.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations (Taxes and Rates)
• Liaise with external auditor and government agencies.
• Ensure confidentiality within and outside the organization.
• Maintain general safety of all official documents and cash.
• Complete related reports, summaries and records.
• Stock and inventory management and valuation.
• Coordination and reconciliation of all banking activities.

Branch Manager:

• Assist in overseeing the entire activities of the branch.
• Independently generate sales leads for the branch and also ensures target delivery.
• Monitoring employee job performance.
• Leads the sales team to maximize performance.
• Develops and execute marketing plans.
• Ensure operational excellence and integrity of the branch.
• Develop action plans to enhance operational controls and optimize customer service.
• Oversees sales leads.

General Requirements / Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting
• 1 - 6 years experience.
• Mature individual, able to work independently under pressure, able to maintain accuracy, paying attention to details, meeting deadlines and working with minimal supervision.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant professional certification is a plus.
• Must be a resident of Onitsha, Asaba or Benin.