About the Role
The M & W Nuts Company, an innovative cashew processing agri-business established in 2016 to add value to Nigeria's raw cashew export, is seeking a dedicated Junior Accounting Officer. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining the financial health of our growing enterprise by ensuring accurate bookkeeping, seamless audit preparations, and strict adherence to company financial policies. If you are eager to build a rewarding career in agricultural finance with a dynamic Nigerian brand, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities- Maintain proper documentation and filing of invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and other financial records.
- Record and update financial transactions accurately in the company's accounting system.
- Assist in preparing financial documents and schedules required for external financial audits.
- Support departmental internal audit activities by gathering relevant documentation and reconciling records.
- Verify that accounting records are consistent with financial systems such as QuickBooks.
- Process and monitor routine departmental expenses while ensuring compliance with financial policies.
- Prepare payment requests and maintain supporting documentation for management approvals.
- Assist with bank, cash, and petty cash reconciliations on a regular basis.
- Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and account reconciliations.
- Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on supporting documentation where necessary.
- Assist with inventory and fixed asset record verification as required.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely reporting.
- Bachelor Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in an accounting support role.
- Sound understanding of basic accounting principles and daily bookkeeping practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other essential Microsoft Office applications.
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks, ERP systems, or other accounting software is an added advantage.
- Familiarity with Nigerian tax regulations and statutory remittances is a plus.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within the agribusiness sector.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.