Senior Account Officer Job at Apple and Pears Limited

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Account Officer to oversee and manage core accounting functions within our finance team.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for supervising junior account staff, preparing detailed financial reports, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, and supporting management with financial insights for decision-making.
• This role requires advanced proficiency in accounting processes, strong analytical skills, and solid experience using Tally, Peachtree, or similar accounting software within an FMCG environment.

• Supervise and support junior account officers in day-to-day financial operations.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and transaction postings.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Conduct budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis.
• Manage tax computations, remittances, and statutory compliance (VAT, WHT, PAYE, etc.).
• Oversee bank reconciliations, supplier/customer account reconciliations, and petty cash management.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required schedules and documentation.
• Monitor working capital, cash flow, and expenditure controls.
• Provide management with timely financial reports and recommendations for process improvements.
• Ensure accounting policies, controls, and best practices are strictly adhered to.

• Timely and accurate delivery of monthly/quarterly financial statements.
• Compliance with tax and regulatory requirements (zero penalties).
• Effective supervision and performance of junior account staff.
• Accuracy of reconciliations (≥ 98% error-free).
• Timely budget preparation and variance analysis.
• Positive audit outcomes with minimal queries.
• Improved efficiency in cash flow and expense management.

• B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• ICAN certification (fully qualified or final stage).
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in FMCG.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Tally, Peachtree, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax laws, and statutory compliance.
• Excellent analytical and financial reporting skills.
• Leadership and supervisory experience.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

• Salary: N200,000 - N220,000 Monthly.
• Opportunity to take a leadership role in a fast-growing FMCG company.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to professional development and career growth opportunities.

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