Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations of the depot, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor depot expenses and budgets, and provide recommendations to control costs and enhance efficiency.
• Reconcile depot inventory records with physical counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure accurate recording of inventory movements and valuation.
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts for the depot.

Requirements 

• A minimum of HND/ BSc degree in Accounting from a reputable institution.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as an accountant in a reputable Manufacturing industry is preferred.
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Awareness of business trends
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like QuickBooks and Sage 50. 
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Accuracy and attention to detail