Assistant Branch Accountant (Female) at SIMS Nigeria Limited

Location: Abuja and Ajah / Kafi Str - Lagos

Job Description

• As an Assistant Branch Accountant, you will support the Branch Accountant in managing the branch’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
• You will work closely with the branch team, the central finance unit, and relevant stakeholders to maintain effective financial control, assist with audits, and contribute to smooth daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Support daily branch accounting operations including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing financial reports, budgets, and forecasts in line with company policies.
• Conduct stock counts, reconcile inventory, and prepare daily sales and cash lodgement reports.
• Maintain audit documentation and support compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
• Reconcile inter-branch transactions and assist with payroll, imprest analysis, and monthly GRN preparation.

Required Experience / Qualifications

• Candidates should possess an HND / Bachelor's Degree(minimum of a 2nd Class Degree) in Finance, Accounting or any other related field (Membership of a recognized professional body i.e. ICAN, ACCA will be an added advantage).
• 1 - 2 years’ experience in a similar role.