For over three decades, SIMS Nigeria Limited has grown from a single store to a nationwide business in the consumer electronics space with locations across Nigeria. Our journey of consistent growth and dedication has been driven by a commitment to quality in every aspect of our business. From our highly skilled and well-informed staff to the innovations and processes we bring to bear to ensure each customer receives top-tier service and dependable products.
With pride, we believe we are on a journey to building a legacy rooted in trust, innovation, and exceptional standards riding on our partnership with Samsung, Royal Electronics, Panasonic, Philips, Beko, Kenwood, Powermatic, and many others. Our values continue to guide us, allowing SIMS Nigeria Limited to thrive in a constantly evolving market while delivering lasting value to our customers, partners, and people across Nigeria. With premium products and unmatched service, we are honored to represent these trusted brands in Nigeria, bringing innovation and quality products directly to our customers with the sole aim of enriching their lives.
As we continue to expand and adapt to meet the growing needs of our market, SIMS Nigeria Limited remains committed to setting the standard in product quality and service across the nation.
We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Assistant Branch Accountant
Location: Ibadan, Oyo Employment Type: Full-time
Role Overview
The Assistant Branch Accountantis responsible for branch accounting, financial controls, reconciliations, and cash operations.
Key Responsibilities GL & Controllership:
Post and reconcile daily transactions, including bank, AR/AP, and accrual accounts.
Support month-end close, tax documentation, three-way matching, variance analysis, and escalation of control issues.
Cash Operations:
Receive, record, reconcile, and safeguard customer/dealer payments through cash, POS, and bank transfers.
Balance daily collections, prepare deposit/cash reports, and maintain complete audit trails.
Fixed Assets:
Maintain the branch fixed asset register, including tagging, depreciation, location, movements, and disposals.
Support physical counts and CapEx/CWIP accounting.
Accounts Payable & Vendors:
Verify invoices against POs and goods receipts and process approved payments with proper documentation.
Reconcile vendor accounts and flag duplicate, incorrect, or suspicious transactions.
Control & Compliance:
Enforce segregation of duties and safeguard cash, financial records, and supporting documents.
Support audits, corporate accounting policies, monthly variance reporting, and fraud/control issue escalation.
Odoo Accounting:
Process and reconcile GL, AP, Fixed Assets, and POS transactions in Odoo.
Maintain master data, cost-center coding, access controls, and escalate system issues; Inventory is excluded.
Service & Performance:
Respond to Finance/HQ queries promptly and meet reconciliation and D+5 month-end deadlines.
Attend required daily/weekly Finance reviews and support cash-security coverage when needed.
Qualifications & Experience
B.Sc. / HND qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; ICAN Intermediate preferred.
Minimum of 3 years relevant accounting/finance experience with GL, reconciliations, AP, cash management, Excel, and ERP/Odoo systems.
Female candidates are most preferred.