Junior Accountant at Elizabeth Maddeux

Elizabeth Maddeux Limited was established to address the human resource challenges faced by small and medium-scale enterprises. Our goal is to facilitate organizational growth by providing comprehensive human resource services. We specialize in industries such as banking and non-banking financial institutions, pharmaceuticals, fast-moving consumer goods, manufacturing, fintechs, telecommunications, and retail.
Our client is a leading pharmaceutical company committed to delivering high-quality healthcare
products. They are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Accountant to join their finance team
and support the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Transactions & Record-Keeping

Process accounts payable and receivable transactions accurately and timely.
Record and reconcile daily financial transactions in the general ledger.
Assist with payroll inputs and reconciliation.
Maintain accurate and organized accounting records.

Reporting & Reconciliation

Prepare bank reconciliations and assist with monthly account reconciliations.
Support preparation of management reports, including cash flow and expense reports.
Assist in the preparation of financial statements under guidance of Senior Accountant.

Compliance & Regulatory Support

Ensure all accounting activities comply with company policies, IFRS, and local regulatory requirements.
Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation.
Assist in filing statutory reports and tax returns as required.

Budgeting & Cost Control Support

Support budget tracking and variance analysis
Assist in monitoring departmental expenses against budget.
Highlight discrepancies or unusual transactions to Senior Accountant.

Administrative & Miscellaneous Support

Maintain accounting files, records, and documentation in line with company policy.
Assist with ad hoc finance-related tasks and projects as required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Accuracy & Compliance

Number of accounting errors or corrections (target: minimal or zero).
Timely and accurate recording of transactions (100%).
Compliance with statutory and internal audit requirements.

Reporting & Reconciliation

Timeliness of monthly reconciliations and financial reports.
Number of unresolved discrepancies at month-end.
Accuracy of reports submitted to Senior Accountant / Management.

Efficiency & Productivity

Timely processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
Adherence to internal deadlines for accounting tasks.
Ability to handle multiple tasks without compromising accuracy.

Support & Collaboration

Responsiveness in assisting senior accountants and other departments.
Feedback from team members on reliability and support.
Contribution to smooth financial operations.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimun of 5 years’ accounting experience, preferably in pharmaceutical, FMCG, or regulated industries.
Must reside in Egbeda or environs.
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and Nigerian tax laws and regulations.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Tally, or Excel) .
Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

Attention to detail and accuracy.
Integrity and confidentiality.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.