Depot Accountant
Jawa Group of Companies
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Location : Suleja, Niger State
- Company Jawa International Limited
- Job Type Full Time
- Reports to Head Office Accountant
- Departments Finance & Accounts
JAWA International Limited is seeking a competent, experienced, and detail-oriented Depot Accountant to manage and oversee the accounting and financial operations of the assigned depot.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring inventory and customer accounts, preparing timely financial reports, ensuring compliance with applicable tax and company requirements, and maintaining effective internal controls.
The Depot Accountant will work closely with the Depot Manager, Sales Team, Head Office Finance & Accounts Department, and other relevant departments to ensure the smooth and efficient financial operations of the depot.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and complete accounting records for all depot transactions in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports for management review.
- Perform timely reconciliation of bank accounts, customer accounts, general ledger balances, and other relevant accounts.
- Monitor and reconcile inventory movements, including stock receipts, transfers, sales, returns, and adjustments.
- Verify and accurately post sales transactions, customer payments, receipts, and other financial transactions.
- Monitor customer receivables and follow up with the Sales Team on overdue and outstanding customer balances.
- Ensure proper documentation and authorization of all financial transactions within the depot.
- Ensure compliance with applicable tax and statutory requirements, including VAT, Withholding Tax, and e-invoicing requirements.
- Prepare monthly accounting schedules and supporting documentation for management accounts, statutory reporting, and audit purposes.
- Maintain effective internal controls over cash, inventory, receivables, and other financial transactions.
- Conduct periodic stock and cash reconciliations and promptly investigate and report any discrepancies.
- Support internal and external audits by providing required schedules, records, and explanations and responding promptly to audit queries.
- Ensure timely posting of journals, accruals, adjustments, and other accounting entries into the ERP system.
- Monitor depot expenses and ensure that expenditures are properly authorized, supported, and within approved budgets.
- Identify financial, inventory, and control weaknesses and make recommendations for improvement.
- Perform any other finance and accounting duties as may be assigned by Management.
Education
- B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any related discipline.
- Professional accounting qualification such as ICAN or ACCA will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years’ relevant accounting experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical, FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution industry.
- Previous experience in depot accounting, inventory management, receivables management, and financial reporting is highly desirable.
- Practical knowledge of accounting processes and internal controls.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Tally ERP, Sage, or similar accounting software.
- Good understanding of Nigerian tax and statutory compliance requirements.
- Candidate MUST reside in Suleja, Niger State.
- Strong knowledge of financial accounting and financial reporting.
- Good understanding of inventory accounting, stock reconciliation, and inventory controls.
- Good knowledge of Nigerian tax and statutory compliance requirements.
- Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet strict reporting deadlines.
- Strong reconciliation and investigative skills.
- Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
The Successful Candidate Must Demonstrate
- High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively with the Depot Manager, Sales Team, customers, and Head Office.
- Strong sense of ownership and responsibility for assigned duties.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and financial information.
- Willingness to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
- Strong commitment to compliance and internal controls.
- Must reside in Suleja, Niger State.
- Preferred age: 30–40 years.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their updated CV, clearly indicating their current residential location, relevant accounting experience, and ERP/accounting software experience.
Only candidates who meet the stated requirements and reside in Suleja will be considered.
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