Finance Officer at Terra Aqua Environmental Consultancy Limited

Key Responsibilities
Bank Reconciliations:

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliation of all company bank accounts
• Investigate and resolve all reconciling items, including outstanding deposits, unposted items, bank errors, and other discrepancies.
• Prepare and maintain detailed bank reconciliation reports.

General Ledger Reconciliations:

• Perform regular reconciliation of key balance sheet accounts, such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, intercompany accounts, and suspense accounts.
• Identify and investigate any variances between the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.
• Prepare and post necessary journal entries to correct discrepancies and ensure the accuracy of the general ledger.
• Maintain supporting documentation for all reconciliations and journal entries.

Financial Reporting and Month-End Close:

• Assist with the monthly and annual financial close processes.
• Contribute to the preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by financial controller or next in rank

Process Improvement and Controls:

• Identify opportunities to improve reconciliation processes and enhance internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting systems or software as needed.

Statutory & Taxation:

• Prepare and file monthly Value Added Tax (VAT) and Withholding Tax (WHT) returns
• Compute and remit monthly Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) deductions to the Ogun State Internal Revenue Service (OIRS) for all employees.
• Prepare and remit other statutory levies and contributions, such as Pension (PENCOM)
• Monitor and ensure that all tax and statutory deadlines are met to avoid penalties and interest charges.

Qualifications / Skills

• HND or BSC in Accounting, Finance, or related field (ACA certification or final stage is a plus).
• Minimum of 4 years experience in manufacturing sector
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., ERPNEXT QuickBooks, SAGE or similar) and MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and statutory compliance
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.