Depot Accountant

Job title : Depot Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records for all depot transactions in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports for management review.
• Perform timely reconciliation of bank accounts, customer accounts, general ledger balances, and other relevant accounts.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory movements, including stock receipts, transfers, sales, returns, and adjustments.
• Verify and accurately post sales transactions, customer payments, receipts, and other financial transactions.
• Monitor customer receivables and follow up with the Sales Team on overdue and outstanding customer balances.
• Ensure proper documentation and authorization of all financial transactions within the depot.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax and statutory requirements, including VAT, Withholding Tax, and e-invoicing requirements.
• Prepare monthly accounting schedules and supporting documentation for management accounts, statutory reporting, and audit purposes.
• Maintain effective internal controls over cash, inventory, receivables, and other financial transactions.
• Conduct periodic stock and cash reconciliations and promptly investigate and report any discrepancies.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required schedules, records, and explanations and responding promptly to audit queries.
• Ensure timely posting of journals, accruals, adjustments, and other accounting entries into the ERP system.
• Monitor depot expenses and ensure that expenditures are properly authorized, supported, and within approved budgets.
• Identify financial, inventory, and control weaknesses and make recommendations for improvement.
• Perform any other finance and accounting duties as may be assigned by Management.

Qualifications
Education

• B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ICAN or ACCA will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant accounting experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical, FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution industry.
• Previous experience in depot accounting, inventory management, receivables management, and financial reporting is highly desirable.
• Practical knowledge of accounting processes and internal controls.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Tally ERP, Sage, or similar accounting software.
• Good understanding of Nigerian tax and statutory compliance requirements.
• Candidate MUST reside in Suleja, Niger State.

Skills And Competencies

• Strong knowledge of financial accounting and financial reporting.
• Good understanding of inventory accounting, stock reconciliation, and inventory controls.
• Good knowledge of Nigerian tax and statutory compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Strong reconciliation and investigative skills.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

Key Attributes
The Successful Candidate Must Demonstrate

• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with the Depot Manager, Sales Team, customers, and Head Office.
• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility for assigned duties.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and financial information.
• Willingness to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong commitment to compliance and internal controls.
• Must reside in Suleja, Niger State.