Finance Officer at Myrtle Management Consultants

Job Summary

• Process and record customer invoices, credit notes, and vendor invoices accurately and promptly. 
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding payments to ensure timely collections. 
• Apply customer payments correctly and maintain accurate customer account balances. 
• Prepare and execute vendor payments, ensuring proper authorization and documentation. 
• Maintain and update customer and vendor records, including resolving discrepancies and managing queries. 
• Perform regular reconciliations of accounts receivable, accounts payable, vendor statements, and bank accounts. 
• Manage employee expense claims and petty cash in line with company policies. 
• Support cash flow monitoring and forecasting by providing accurate receivables and payables data. 
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and accruals. 
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation for reporting and audit purposes. 
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant accounting/tax regulations. 
• Support audit processes and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes. 
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and perform other assigned administrative/finance duties.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Minimum 1–3 years post-NYSC experience in a finance, accounting, or bookkeeping role, preferably in the Marine, Oil and Gas industry.
• Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA) is an advantage.