Assistant Account Officer

Fanyval Visions Limited is an indigenous pharmaceutical company based in Lagos with major interest in the importation, marketing and distribution of ophthalmic preparations. There is vacancy for a competent and committed candidate to fill-in the position as shown below.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Account Officer

Location: Lagos (Head Office)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Fanyval Vision Limited is looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Assistant Account Officer to support the Finance Department in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions and ensuring timely, compliant financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day bookkeeping and posting of accounting entries, accurately and on time.
• Process and reconcile payments, receipts, invoices and expense claims, with proper supporting documents.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and cash book maintenance.
• Support accounts receivable and payable, including tracking customer collections and supplier payments.
• Prepare and maintain records of sales orders, invoices and stock-related transactions in coordination with the sales and warehouse teams.
• Reconcile Medical Representatives' expense and sales records against submitted reports.
• Assist in preparing weekly, monthly and annual financial reports and schedules.
• Support the computation, filing and documentation of statutory deductions and taxes (VAT, PAYE, WHT) under the guidance of the Accountant.
• Maintain orderly filing of financial documents and ensure records are ready for internal and external audits.
• Respond to financial queries from staff, customers and vendors, and escalate issues to superiors where necessary.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the General Manager or Head of Finance.

Minimum Qualification / Requirements

• HND in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Business Administration or a related field.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel; knowledge of accounting software is an added advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy and integrity.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Prior experience in a similar role, or progress towards ICAN/ANAN, is an added advantage.