Accountant needed at Uncle Stan’s Foods

About the Role

• We are seeking to engage an accountant who is responsible for overseeing accounting functions such as processing incoming and outgoing payments and preparing financial reports for management decisions.
• The ideal candidate will ensure timely maintenance and accuracy of financial records and statements throughout the fiscal year.

Responsibilities

The specific responsibilities of the role include:

• Collect and reconcile daily sales reports from all outlets.
• Enter sales data into Excel and prepare sales reports for management.
• Ensure arithmetic accuracy of reports by checking and cross-checking figures.
• Prepare and make bank deposits.
• Lodge all cash received to the designated company bank at specified times.
• Collect weekly reports from the Production Manager, store keeper and procurement officer compare quantity produced versus units sold, and address discrepancies.
• Maintain daily accounting records, posting all sales and transactions.
• Record accounts payable, entering cheques and payments .
• Schedule monthly VAT and PAYE payments.
• Process incoming and outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Manage accounts payables and receivables, maintaining an up-to-date billing system and financial records.
• Track, process, and reconcile payments and expenditures, including payroll, purchase orders, invoices, statements, and refund requisitions.
• Prepare invoices, payment schedules, and confirm proof of payments.
• Perform monthly bank statement reconciliation.
• Code invoices, including bills for utilities, taxes, and miscellaneous expenses.
• Manage payment terminals and ensure proper functioning of POS terminals.
• Record and distribute petty cash, verifying documentation for entries.
• Identify and investigate discrepancies.
• Review purchase orders and receipts for vendor invoices.
• Confirm legitimacy of invoices and reconcile discrepancies.
• Maintain and update the asset register.
• Generate financial statements and reports detailing account statuses.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Bs.c/HND in Accounting, Finance or in related field.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in retail, food or related field.
• Good knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
• Experience with general ledger functions.
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.