Entry Level Accountant Job at Harvesters International Christian Centre

Harvesters International Christian Centre is a church based organization whose mission is to change lives and raise leaders.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Entry Level Accountant

Job Location: Mainland, Lagos
Job type: Full-time

About the job


  • We are looking for an ambitious entry level Accountant to provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting tasks.
  • You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances.
  • Preparing financial statements and reporting are a large part of the junior accountant’s day-to-day work.
  • The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail.
  • The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition.
  • This way, it can make the right decisions and accomplish long term success.

Responsibilities

  • Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
  • Update accounts receivable and issue invoices
  • 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
  • Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
  • Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings
  • Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations
  • Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
  • Assist with other accounting projects

Requirements and skills

  • Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field
  • Qualifications (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is a plus but not required.
  • 1 - 2 years of Proven experience as an accountant
  • Excellent organizing abilities
  • Great attention to detail
  • Good with numbers and figures and an analytical acumen
  • Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g. SAP).