Accountant

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates. Position Overview:

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accountant to manage the financial records and accounting operations of our supermarket.

• The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective cost control, compliance with financial regulations, and supporting management with sound financial information for decision-making.

Key Responsibilities: Financial Accounting & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate books of accounts for daily supermarket operations.

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports.

• Record sales, expenses, inventory costs, and other financial transactions.

• Prepare profit & loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.

Cash, Bank & Payment Management: - Monitor daily cash inflows and outflows.

• Reconcile cash, bank statements, POS transactions, and mobile payments.

• Process supplier payments and staff reimbursements.

• Manage payment vouchers, petty cash, and expense claims.

Payroll & Statutory Compliance:

• Prepare and manage payroll in collaboration with HR.

• Ensure timely remittance of PAYE, pension, and other statutory deductions.

• Maintain staff payroll records and address payroll-related issues.

Inventory & Cost Control:

• Work closely with procurement and store teams to track inventory values.

• Monitor stock costs, margins, shrinkage, and wastage.

• Support stock counts and reconcile inventory variances.

• Implement cost-control measures to improve profitability.

Audit & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.

• Support internal and external audits.

• Maintain proper documentation for audit trails.

• Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.

Budgeting & Advisory:

• Assist management in budgeting and financial planning.

• Analyze financial data and provide insights to management.

• Advise management on cost-saving and efficiency measures.

Required Qualifications: and Experience

• HND/BSc in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 3–5 years accounting experience, preferably in a supermarket, retail, or FMCG environment.

• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, ANAN) is an added advantage.

• Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.