Senior Account Officer at Apple and Pears Limited

Salary: ₦200,000 monthly

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Account Officer to oversee and manage core accounting functions within our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supervising junior account staff, preparing detailed financial reports, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, and supporting management with financial insights for decision-making. This role requires advanced proficiency in accounting processes, strong analytical skills, and solid experience using Tally, Peachtree, or similar accounting software within an FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support junior account officers in day-to-day financial operations.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and transaction postings.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Conduct budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis.
• Manage tax computations, remittances, and statutory compliance (VAT, WHT, PAYE, etc.).
• Oversee bank reconciliations, supplier/customer account reconciliations, and petty cash management.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required schedules and documentation.
• Monitor working capital, cash flow, and expenditure controls.
• Provide management with timely financial reports and recommendations for process improvements.
• Ensure accounting policies, controls, and best practices are strictly adhered to.

Qualifications & Skills

• B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• ICAN certification (fully qualified or final stage).
• 3–5 years progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in FMCG.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Tally, Peachtree, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax laws, and statutory compliance.
• Excellent analytical and financial reporting skills.
• Leadership and supervisory experience.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely and accurate delivery of monthly/quarterly financial statements.
• Compliance with tax and regulatory requirements (zero penalties).
• Effective supervision and performance of junior account staff.
• Accuracy of reconciliations (≥ 98% error-free).
• Timely budget preparation and variance analysis.
• Positive audit outcomes with minimal queries.
• Improved efficiency in cash flow and expense management.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to take a leadership role in a fast-growing FMCG company.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to professional development and career growth opportunities.