Jobs at Salpha Energy Limited

Job Summary
As one of the company’s Account Officers, you will work to ensure compliance with the company’s policies in relation to the following:

• Credit & Sales Policies
• Sales Collection & Banking
• Float & Expenses Policy
• Inventory Management
• Stock Policy
• Budgeting Guidelines / Budget Implementation
• Statutory Dues Rendition.
• Handle Partnership account.

Job Details

• Ensure accurate record-keeping of partnership accounts and inventory management across branches and locations.
• Ensure that all financial records containing stock and inventory, customer’s purchases, debts and other details across all locations are updated.
• Escalate to management possible threats related to high customer debt profile and other discrepancies.
• Analyse trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses.
• Report the organization's finances to management and offer suggestions about resource utilization, tax strategies and assumptions underlying budget forecasts.
• Perform month-end and year-end close processes
• Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents.
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
• Ensure accurate capturing of sales records, debts and customer details as well as partnership sales.
• Reconciled financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Secure financial information by completing database backups.
• Maintain financial security by following internal controls.
• Prepare payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements.
• Answer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policies and regulations.
• Comply with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
• Responsible for customer account reconciliation and accounts receivables.
• Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements

• B.Sc., MSc in Accounting.
• Minimum of 5 years working experience.
• Possession of an MBA will be an added advantage.
• Membership of a Professional body- ACCA, ICAN, etc.
• Excellent Computer Knowledge, especially in Excel and Google Drive.
• Excellent knowledge of Accounting Software ERP and SAGE EVOLUTION is a guaranteed plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills.
• Strong leadership personality and communications skills.
• Good accounting knowledge.
• Proximity to Lekki Phase 1 is a must.
• Candidates residing on the island are advised to apply.

Key Qualities Expected:

• Appearance and Dress:The financial Accountant will be clean and neatly attired while on duty in a manner befitting of your position.
• Integrity: A core value at the center of our business is highly required for this position.
• Teamwork:Ability to work within a diverse team to actualize organizational goals above personal gains.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Result and service orientation.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.

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Job Summary

• We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Account Officer graduate trainee or a graduate serving under the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme and young graduate to join our dynamic finance team.
• The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a passion for numbers, finance, and accounting principles.
• This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a real-world business environment.
• The Account Officer graduate trainee will provide crucial support to the finance department, assisting with daily accounting tasks, financial reporting, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.
• You will work under the direct supervision of the Senior Accountant or Finance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and schedules.
• Process and manage financial transactions, including invoices, payments, and expense claims.
• Assist with the preparation of bank reconciliations and manage petty cash transactions.
• Support the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Help maintain and update the general ledger.
• Assist in preparing statutory remittances, including PAYE, Pension, and VAT, ensuring compliance with Nigerian tax laws.
• File and maintain organized financial documents, both electronically and in hard copy.
• Provide support during internal and external audit processes by retrieving necessary documents and information.
• Utilize accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or other proprietary software) for data entry and record-keeping.
• Perform other administrative and accounting duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications and Requirements

• NYSC Status: Must be a fresh graduate with 3 years work experience in a similar role or currently serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or have a recent call-up letter for placement in Lagos.
• Educational Background: A Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of a Second Class Lower (2:2) or Lower Credit is required.
• Professional Certification: Student membership in a professional accounting body (e.g., ICAN, ACCA) is an added advantage but not mandatory.

Skills and Competencies:
Technical Skills:

• Solid understanding of basic accounting and financial principles (e.g., double-entry bookkeeping, accruals).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables are a plus).
• Familiarity with accounting software is an advantage.

Soft Skills:

• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• A proactive and eager-to-learn attitude.