Account Officer (Assistant) Recruitment at Proctor House Limited

Proctor House Limited is an indigenous company incorporated in 2005 with notable interest in the hospitality business sector.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Account Officer (Assistant)
Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Permanent
Reports to: The Accountant
Company: Hospitality Industry (3-star Hotel)

Job Overview

• We are looking for a detail-oriented Account Officer to assist in our financial department.
• The responsibilities of an Account Officer include assist with keeping of financial records, checking for inaccuracies in invoices, and handling queries on general accounts.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile financial transactions and records on a daily basis.
• Assist the financial controller in carrying out Bank Reconciliation
• Analyzing account activities of various other departments of the organization.
• Reviewing incoming and outgoing invoices.
• Working in collaboration with Financial Controller, Auditors, and Cost Controller.
• Making payments to various service providers.
• Preparing and updating account payables and receivables.
• Assist with managing financial records in compliance with tax and accounting laws.
• Assist with handling of queries related to accounts.
• Assist with preparation of financial reports.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting or Banking & Finance
• 1 - 2 years experience as an Account/Finance Assistant.
• Interested candidates should not be more than 30 years at the time of application.
• A professional certificate such as ATSWA or ICAN (foundation or skill level) is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools.
• Working Knowledge of accounting software etc.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Good reasoning abilities.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ideal candidates should reside on the Island (Lekki, V.I, Ikoyi, Ajah etc.), Bariga or Iyana-Oworo axis.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of common IFRS standards, tax rates (Vat, WHT and Income Tax).
• Willingness to learn.
• Analytical & communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records.

Remuneration & Benefits

• N1,440,000 Annual Gross
• Minimum of N100,000 Monthly net pay.
• Pension Contribution according to Law
• Health Insurance
• Leave allowance.