Account Officer - Service Centre at Simba Group

The Simba Group which started operations in 1988, is a conglomerate having a Pan-Nigeria presence and business interests in some other most dynamic sectors in the economy. The Group is a dominant player in the transportation, power products and IT-enabled service sectors which are critical to the sustained growth of the Nigerian Economy.

The corporate vision of the Group is to provide innovative and quality products along with excellent aftersales service to our customers. The activities of the Group are guided by strong value systems built around Integrity, Innovation, Openness and Consistency.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer - Service Centre

Location: Onitsha, Anambra
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Account Manager
Hours: 40 hours weekly

Job Summary

• We are looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Account Officer to manage day-to-day financial operations at our Service Centre. 
• This role requires someone with strong accounting knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and above all, high levels of integrity and accountability. 
• The ideal candidate will have mid to senior-level experience in accounting functions and will be responsible for managing transactions, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate financial records at the service location.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial transactions at the service centre, including customer payments, invoicing, petty cash, and banking.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in line with company policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on collections, sales, and expenditures.
• Reconcile cash, bank, and inventory records with internal systems and report discrepancies.
• Support stock and inventory management by ensuring alignment between physical and system records.
• Collaborate with the central Finance team to ensure timely remittance of funds and compliance with audit requirements.
• Ensure all transactions are properly documented and supported by relevant approvals and receipts.
• Act as the first point of contact for financial matters within the service centre.
• Uphold and model the company’s values, particularly in maintaining confidentiality, transparency, and ethical financial practices.

Qualifications
Educational Qualification: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4-6 years of accounting experience.
• Relevant experience in a similar industry will be an added advantage.

Skills Requirements:

• Proven experience with cash handling, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Demonstrated integrity, honesty, and accountability in previous roles.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.

Application Closing Date
17th March, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: careers@simba.com.ng using the job title as the subject of the mail.