Finance Assistant(nysc)

The Finance Assistant will provide administrative support to the Finance department. You will be working with the finance team to help maintain and smoothly run the accounts department as well as helping in general office duties from time-to-time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing accounts receivable processes and support the tracking and collection of customer payments.
• Aid in the implementation and upkeep of stock and inventory management systems.
• Will deal with purchase ledger and sales ledger duties in the accounts payable and receivable function.
• Create, send, print and follow up on invoices and updating invoice tracker.
• Will be responsible for bookkeeping tasks and proper filling of invoices.
• Handle receivables and payables.
• Preparation of Bank reconciliations
• Adhere to the company's or organization's financial policies and procedures.
• Collect and enter data for various financial spreadsheets.
• Communicate with all departments in ensuring invoices are approved and signed off.
• Using computerized accounting systems.
• Assist with any other ad hoc duties as required by the General Manager.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is required.
• Presently a National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) member.
• Experience in accounting operations is an added advantage.
• A computer literate with proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications and spreadsheet software.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, excellent oral/written communication, and presentation skills.
• Good maths skills and ability to spot numerical errors.
• Familiarity with finance regulations and basic bookkeeping procedures.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Willingness to learn, work and be a team player.
• Analytical thinker and a problem solver.