Station Cashier - Onitsha at Virgin Forest Energy Limited

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive Station Cashier who will be responsible for receiving customer payments, processing sales transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling daily sales, safeguarding company funds, and providing excellent customer service while ensuring compliance with the company\'s financial policies and operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Cash Management

• Receive payments for all petroleum products. 
• Issue receipts for all customer transactions. 
• Ensure accurate cash handling and zero cash shortages. 
• Maintain an adequate cash float throughout the shift. 
• Secure cash and other valuables in accordance with company procedures. 
• Prepare daily cash summaries and reconciliation reports. 
• Deposit daily sales proceeds as directed by management. 

Sales & Transaction Processing

• Process cash, POS, bank transfer, and other approved payment methods. 
• Verify transaction accuracy before completing sales. 
• Record all transactions promptly and accurately in the Point-of-Sale (POS) system. 
• Report any transaction discrepancies immediately. 

Daily Reconciliation

• Reconcile cash collections with POS sales and pump meter readings. 
• Balance daily cash, electronic payments, and credit sales. 
• Investigate and report any shortages or overages. 
• Prepare end-of-shift financial reports. 

Documentation & Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate records of daily sales, deposits, receipts, and cash movements. 
• File all supporting financial documents for audit purposes. 
• Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and easily retrievable. 

Customer Service

• Attend to customers professionally and courteously. 
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries regarding payments and receipts. 
• Resolve minor customer complaints or escalate them appropriately. 

Compliance

• Adhere to company financial policies and internal controls. 
• Ensure strict compliance with cash-handling procedures. 
• Support internal and external audit exercises. 
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Experience

• Minimum of 1–3 years\' experience in a cashier, finance, or retail operations role.
• Experience in a petroleum retail station is an added advantage.