Junior Accountant at Tokiye Integrated Medical Services

Role Summary

• The Junior Accountant will support the Finance Department in managing daily accounting tasks, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with established financial procedures.
• The role is responsible for transaction posting, reconciliations, documentation, and supporting month-end and year-end reporting activities.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Transaction Processing:

• Record daily financial transactions accurately into the accounting system.
• Process invoices, receipts, payments, and expense retirements.
• Assist in verifying, allocating, and posting accounts payable and receivable entries.
• Support vendor and customer account management.

Reconciliation and Reporting:

• Assist with bank reconciliations, petty cash reconciliations, and ledger reconciliations.
• Help prepare monthly financial statements and reports for review by the Finance Manager.
• Maintain reconciliation schedules and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Support preparation of audit schedules and documentation.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Maintain proper filing of invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.
• Assist with tax documentation (VAT, WHT, PAYE) and liaise with tax authorities when required.
• Update and maintain vendor and customer records.

Departmental and Administrative Support:

• Respond to internal inquiries regarding financial transactions or budget status.
• Support the Finance Manager in ad-hoc financial analysis, reports, or special projects.
• Liaise with procurement, admin, and other departments for document verification.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 0 – 3 years experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, SAP).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and standards.
• NYSC completion is an advantage.

Core Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.