Assistant Accountant at SIMS Nigeria Limited

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At SIMS Nigeria Limited, we specialize in the distribution and sales of electronic products from major brands such as SAMSUNG, ROYAL, PARSUN and POWERMATIC.
Our business started out in 1987 and since then we have succeeded in carving a niche for ourselves in the home appliances market in Nigeria. We operate a number of branches that cut across most of Nigeria’s geopolitical zones; in major cities such as Lagos, Port Harcourt, Onitsha, Enugu, Kano and Abuja.
Our longstanding reputation has earned us a status as Nigeria’s lead player in the electronics industry and as a result, we decided to go further by partnering with SAMSUNG to establish a local manufacturing line for its air conditioners and refrigerators in 2004. This, coupled with our state-of-the-art service centre that caters to consumers who buy our products, ensures that our customers enjoy the best quality of service from us and the best performance possible from their electronics.Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Assistant Accountant to support the Finance & Accounts team in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
The ideal candidate should have good knowledge of accounting principles, strong numerical skills, and a high level of attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and accounting entries.
Record daily financial transactions, including sales, purchases, receipts, and payments.
Assist with the preparation and posting of journals, invoices, payment vouchers, and other accounting documents.
Reconcile bank statements, cash balances, and other financial accounts.
Assist in monitoring accounts payable and receivable.
Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Ensure proper filing and documentation of financial records.
Monitor expenses and ensure they are properly authorized and supported by relevant documentation.
Identify and report discrepancies or unusual transactions to the Accountant.
Support stock and inventory reconciliation where applicable.
Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned by the Accountant or Finance Manager.

Key Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 3years of relevant accounting experience.
Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
Good numerical and analytical skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.