Objectives
To assist in meeting all the financial needs of the company by monitoring and maintaining effective financial systems
To ensure that the financial policies/procedures of the company are implemented efficiently and in line with generally accepted accounting principles and practices, both nationally and globally; using the principles to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports.

Responsibilities
Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
Update accounts receivable and issue invoices
Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations
Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
Participate and provide inputs in the preparation, approval and execution process of the annual budget and regular forecasts
Improve the systems surrounding all aspects of the company’s budgets, forecasts and business planning.
Participate effectively in the management of the fund disbursement process in line with approved plans.
Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings
Participate and provide inputs in the articulation and development of the Finance and Accounts departmental strategy.
Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned
Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of the assigned portions of the management accounts.
Provide valid inputs to ensure the internal accounting policies and procedures remain relevant to the needs of the company.
Attend to banking transactions and businesses e.g. depositing, withdrawals, foreign exchange transfers, etc.

Requirements and Experience
A University Degree in Accounting or related field.
Minimum of two (2) years working experience
Professional qualification such as: ACA, ACCA, etc is an added advantage.
Basic knowledge in the following key areas:
Excellent IT skills with high proficiency in the use of MS Excel and accounting packages like Sage, Tally, Peach Tree, e.t.c.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter to: careers@chrisejik.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email