Accounting Assistant at AS Operations West Africa Limited

Job Ref: 0701

Job Summary

• Based in Kaduna, this position works within the Accounting Services Section of a mid-sized operational services company. Among our clients is a leading international advisory firm that works throughout the world to help reform and improve economies and institutions
• This is an mid-level position which provides accounting support to the client by performing a number of financial tasks
• Salary is based on an established, posted pay scale. This position is classified as an Administrative Services Level 5

Responsibilities

• Management of a payment voucher system;
• Following up with clients on missing documentation;
• Remitting monthly PAYE to FIRS;
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly bank reconciliation statements;
• Maintaining a filing system; and
• Other related duties.

Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to accurately transfer data from one source to another;
• Ability to perform basic accounting functions;
• Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls and accounting procedures;
• Ability to use a personal computer and software applications especially Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and effectively prioritize tasks; and
• Knowledge of the double entry principle of accounting.

Education and Experience:

• B.Sc Degree in Accounting or any related field of study; and
• Experience with the use of a variety of computer applications including Excel and Word.