Account Officer - Manufacturing at PG Consulting Limited

About This Role

PG Consulting Limited is seeking a qualified Account Officer to join our manufacturing operations team in Lagos, Nigeria. You will be responsible for managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance, and supporting the accounting operations of our organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Record all financial transactions (sales, purchases, payments, receipts, and journals) accurately and promptly in the ERP system
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations using the ERP system
• Assist in preparing weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly management reports
• Support inter-company reconciliation with affiliated entities

Payables & Receivables Management

• Verify supplier invoices, payment vouchers, and supporting documentation
• Obtain necessary approvals from authorized signatories
• Prepare bank payment instructions
• Assist in the preparation of weekly debtors' reports
• Maintain vendor payable summaries, track advance payments, and ensure timely booking of purchases with complete documentation

Compliance & Audit Support

• Prepare and remit VAT, WHT, PAYE, and Pension schedules on time
• Maintain organized documentation for internal and external audits
• Support external auditors by providing accurate and timely financial data

Inventory Management

• Participate in monthly physical stock counts and reconcile inventory (raw materials, finished goods, WIP) with production and warehouse records

ERP & Process Improvement

• Support periodic system reconciliations during migration phases
• Identify and suggest improvements in accounting and reporting processes

Required Qualifications

• B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance

Required Skills & Attributes

• Strong experience in financial reporting, ERP systems, and tax compliance
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
• Familiarity with Nigerian tax laws and compliance processes
• High attention to detail and accuracy in reporting