Assistant Accountant at Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc

PURPOSE ​

To support the finance function by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with accounting processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

THE JOB​


Manage daily financial transactions, including recording, posting, and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Reconcile general ledger accounts; verify journal entries, and review accruals and prepayments for completeness.
Prepare and post necessary adjusting entries, including provisions, depreciation, and intercompany transactions.
Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Support audits by providing schedules, reconciliations, and detailed explanations of variances.
Maintain proper documentation for Financial transactions.
Support the preparation of management reports, schedules, and variance/trend analysis.


THE PERSON MUST ​


Good understanding of basic accounting principles, general ledger management, and double-entry bookkeeping.
Ability to record, post, and reconcile daily financial transactions with high accuracy.
Working knowledge of month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.
Ability to prepare and review journal entries and supporting schedules.
Familiarity with accounting software/ERP systems (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, SAP, or similar.


QUALIFICATION


Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
ICAN (ATS/Professional) or other relevant accounting certification is an added advantage.


EXPERIENCE​


Minimum of two (2) years' experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance-related roles.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis tools and Microsoft Dynamics 365 will be an added advantage.