Accounts Associate Job at Volition Capital

Volition Capital was set up to help the honest and hardworking to create wealth. We fulfill our mandate through investment education, cooperatives and partnerships with credible local and international investment companies. Our target audience is working professionals and retirees.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Accounts Associate
Job Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Mode of Engagement: Full-time with a probation period of 6 months.
Reporting Line: Senior Accountant

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including cash flow and budget performance reports.
• Perform reconciliations for bank statements, ledgers, and invoices.
• Support compliance with applicable standards (i.e., IFRS, GAAP) and regulatory requirements, including SEC rules and Cooperative statutes.
• Process and document payments on bank platforms.
• Maintain records for asset registers, invoices, and operational expenses.
• Assist with monthly management account preparation and financial reporting.
• Provide timely and accurate financial information to the Accountant and management.
• Collaborate with external auditors by organizing and supplying required documentation.
• Ensure timely remittances and filings of taxes and statutory deductions.
• Support currency sourcing/swap activities and weekly payment disbursements.

Qualifications, Skill Sets, and Values

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of accounting or finance experience.
• Progress toward becoming a Chartered Accountant is an advantage.
• Demonstrable knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks).
• Understanding of tax filings and compliance requirements.
• Strong organisational and numeracy skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration & Perks

• Competitive remuneration in line with industry benchmarks.
• Health insurance.
• Work-from-home options
• Staff-only investment opportunities.
• High degree of autonomy & flexibility.