Junior Accountant at Elizabeth Maddeux

Job Summary

• The Junior Accountant will support day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the company.
• The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, supporting bookkeeping, assisting with
• reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and basic statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Bookkeeping:

• Record daily financial transactions including invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Maintain proper documentation for all financial transactions.
• Post entries into accounting systems and maintain accurate ledgers.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial records and schedules.

Payments & Receivables:

• Support processing of supplier payments and expense claims.
• Assist in tracking customer invoices and following up on outstanding receivables.
• Maintain proper records of petty cash and reimbursements.

Reconciliation & Controls:

• Assist with bank reconciliations and cashbook balancing.
• Support stock, expense, and supplier reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Assist in preparing VAT, WHT, and other basic statutory schedules.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation.
• Prepare routine accounting and financial reports as required.

Coordination & Support:

• Work closely with the Finance, Procurement, Warehouse, and Operations teams.
• Provide general accounting and administrative support to the finance department.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy of financial records and postings.
• Timeliness of transaction processing.
• Bank and ledger reconciliation accuracy.
• Proper documentation and filing compliance.
• Support for audit and compliance requirements.
• Reduction in posting and reconciliation errors.
• Adherence to internal accounting procedures.
• Responsiveness to finance-related requests.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 1–3 years’ experience in an accounting role, preferably within FMCG or manufacturing.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with accounting software and MS Excel is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management ability.
• Basic knowledge of VAT and WHT.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Integrity and confidentiality in handling financial data.

What We Offer

• Salary: N200,000 - N250,000 monthly (Competitive salary).
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Career growth in a performance-driven FMCG Company.
• Supportive team culture and enabling environment.