Accounts Officer

Job Purpose

To support the company's accounting and financial operations by maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, monitoring receivables and payables, and assisting with financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions accurately and on time.
• Prepare and process customer invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and related documents.
• Maintain accounts receivable and accounts payable records.
• Follow up outstanding customer payments in coordination with the sales team.
• Reconcile bank, cash, customer, and supplier accounts.
• Assist with monthly financial closing and preparation of management reports.
• Maintain proper accounting documentation and filing systems.
• Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and supporting documents.
• Assist with cash-flow monitoring and payment schedules.
• Support preparation of statutory and tax-related documentation.
• Assist with audits and provide required financial records.
• Ensure transactions comply with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Work closely with sales, procurement, stores, and management on financial matters.

Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification or progress toward one is an advantage.
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping, reconciliations, receivables, and payables.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.