Account Executive

Location: Abule Egba, Lagos

Job Summary

• President Paints Nigeria Limited is seeking a competent and detail-oriented Accounts Executive to join its Finance team.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions accurately in the company's accounting system.
• Prepare and process payment vouchers, receipts, invoices, and other relevant accounting documents.
• Reconcile bank accounts, customer accounts, supplier accounts, and other ledger balances regularly.
• Monitor customer accounts, review outstanding debts and follow up on overdue payments in collaboration with the Sales team.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records in line with company procedures.
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports for Management as required and support month-end and year-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and preparation of relevant schedules.
• Reconcile sales records, stock-related financial records, and production reports with the relevant departments to ensure consistency of information.
• Work with the Sales, Warehouse, Production, and Procurement departments to resolve financial discrepancies and ensure proper documentation of transactions.
• Keep proper records of all financial transactions and ensure that supporting documents are properly filed.
• Carry out other accounting-related duties assigned.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a minimum HND / B.Sc Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• At least 2-3 years of relevant work experience in an accounting or finance role.
• ICAN/ACCA qualification is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Good numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.