Account Officer Job at Strengths Africa Limited

Strengths Africa Limited is a dynamic people and business support company headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria. Established in 2020, the company specializes in delivering tailored training, consulting, and capacity-building solutions aimed at unlocking potential and driving transformation across Africa. Their services empower individuals and elevate organizational performance across various sectors, including financial services, public sector, energy, and healthcare.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Account Officer

Job Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Account Officer to join our team.
• The ideal candidate must have strong accounting technical skills, be proficient in preparing final accounts, and have hands-on experience with tax filing and regulatory compliance.
• The Account Officer will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audits, ensuring timely tax submissions, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and reports.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepare final accounts in line with accounting standards and company policies.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
• Prepare and file statutory taxes, including VAT, PAYE, CIT, and other relevant regulatory filings.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
• Monitor budgets, expenses, and variances to support financial planning.
• Maintain an organized filing system for financial documents.
• Identify process improvement opportunities in financial operations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Must possess strong accounting technical skills and demonstrate proficiency in core accounting principles.
• Strong knowledge and experience in preparing final accounts.
• Hands-on experience with tax preparation and tax filing (VAT, PAYE, CIT, etc.).
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Zoho Books) is an added advantage.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in a consulting, finance, or corporate environment.
• Familiarity with Nigerian tax laws and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Ability to manage confidential financial information with integrity.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV in PDF to: info@strengthsafrica.com using "Account Officer Application – [Your Name]" as the subject of the email.