Account Officer at Mai Shayi Coffee Roasters Limited

Mai Shayi Coffee Roasters Limited is a premier specialty coffee brand in Nigeria, renowned for its end-to-end involvement in the coffee value chain. From cultivating Arabica coffee in Jos, Plateau state, to meticulous processing and batch-roasting, we promise an unparalleled coffee experience. As a forward-thinking company, our footprint extends from cafes in Lagos and Abuja to our two arabica coffee farms, a cooperative of 141 farmers, and a dedicated roastery supplying premium coffee for both retail and B2B avenues. With our expansion, we seek a skilled and detail-oriented Internal Auditor to ensure the integrity of our financial operations and compliance with legal regulations

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Overseeing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and policies.
• Client Relationship Management: Building and nurturing relationships with clients, addressing inquiries, and providing financial advice and solutions tailored to their needs.
• Risk Assessment: Assessing financial risks, identifying potential issues, and implementing strategies to mitigate risks and safeguard financial assets.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Developing and monitoring budgets, analyzing financial data, and forecasting financial trends to support informed decision-making.
• Reporting and Analysis: Generating financial reports, conducting variance analysis, and presenting insights to stakeholders to support strategic planning and decision-making processes.
• Audit and Compliance: Collaborating with internal and external auditors, facilitating audits, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Other responsibilities include:
• Manage teams for accounts payable and receivable.
• Communicate with customers and, if necessary, resolve billing issues.
• Manage transactions involving petty cash.
• Reconcile the general ledger with the accounts.
• Inspect and supervise financial records to ensure legal and IRS compliance and accuracy.
• Perform basic accounting tasks for the business.
• Take care of customer refunds.

Skills and Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is typically required. Advanced degrees or professional certifications such as CPA, ATS, ICAN may be preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in accounting, finance, or related fields
• Demonstrable two-year work experience as an Account Officer (preferred).
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in financial analysis, data interpretation, and problem-solving to navigate complex financial scenarios effectively.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders and convey financial information clearly and effectively.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation, reporting, and analysis.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with accounting software, financial modeling tools, and spreadsheet applications such as QuickBooks, CRM, Spss, and payroll, among others to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Aptitude for effective time management

Application Closing Date
14th September, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated Resume, a Cover Letter emphasizing their relevant expertise, and any auxiliary documents to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.