Assistant Manager – Accounts at Ascentech Services Limited

Salary Range: ₦200,000 – ₦300,000

Role Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Assistant Manager – Accounts to oversee financial operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely reconciliations, supporting compliance processes, and assisting the Accounts Manager in day-to-day accounting activities.

Key Responsibilities

Debtors & Creditors Reconciliation

• Manage end-to-end reconciliation of customer (debtors) and vendor (creditors) accounts.
• Follow up on outstanding receivables and resolve vendor payment discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare aging reports for management review.
• Bank Reconciliation & General Accounting
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy between bank statements and the general ledger.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets.
• Support month-end closing activities and ensure books are finalized within set timelines.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure adherence to financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audit exercises by providing required documentation and reports.

Reporting & Business Partnering

• Work closely with the operations team on invoice processing, transaction management, and cost monitoring.
• Prepare weekly and monthly MIS reports for management review.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar accounting role.
• Manufacturing industry experience is an added advantage.
• ICAN membership or ongoing professional qualification is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Accounting Software such as SAP, QuickBooks, or other ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.