Account Officer Job at DSL Pharma

DSL Pharma is a manufacturing company that is currently focused on providing cutting edge veterinary and pharmaceutical solutions, customized to meet the daily needs of her end users. We manufacture different drugs for improve livestock’s health. Our product is specially tailored to suit the environmental sustainability of livestock’s within Nigeria. Our animal health products undergo rigorous quality control to be certified fit for use on farm animals.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Account Officer

Job Locations: Apapa, Agege Lagos,
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Account Officer is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing financial transactions, and supporting the finance team in ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
• The role provides timely and reliable financial information to aid management decision-making and ensure smooth financial operations of the company.

Roles and Responsibilities
Financial Record-Keeping & Documentation:

• Record daily financial transactions accurately in the accounting system.
• Prepare and process invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and petty cash records.
• Maintain updated ledgers, journals, and financial registers.
• Ensure all supporting documents are properly filed and retrievable.

Cash & Bank Management:

• Monitor daily cash inflows and outflows.
• Ensure timely lodgment of cash and cheques into the bank.
• Prepare bank reconciliation statements to track variances.
• Assist in monitoring liquidity and reporting on cash positions.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payment of vendors.
• Maintain updated records of customer accounts and outstanding receivables.
• Follow up on overdue payments in line with credit control policies.
• Support reconciliation of customer and vendor statements.

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support the preparation of budget drafts and variance analysis.
• Provide accurate financial data to aid management decision-making.
• Generate reports on expense tracking and cost control.

Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.
• Assist with audit preparations and provide relevant documentation.
• Support implementation of internal control systems to safeguard company assets.

Team Support & Collaboration:

• Work closely with sales, procurement, and operations teams to validate financial transactions.
• Support the Finance Manager in daily and periodic finance-related tasks.
• Undertake any other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in accounting or finance (experience in pharmaceutical, agribusiness, or FMCG is an added Professional certification or ongoing ICAN/ACCA qualification is desirable.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP).
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Integrity, accountability, and trustworthiness.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Dependability: Reliable and consistent in completing tasks.
• Integrity: Upholds ethical financial practices.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities.
• Team Spirit: Works effectively with colleagues across departments.
• Promptness: Delivers reports and reconciliations on time.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: vacancies@afshltd.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.