Account Officer Job at Simba Group

Simba Group which started operations in 1988, is a conglomerate having a Pan-Nigeria presence and business interests in some ofthe most dynamic sectors in the economy. The Group is a dominant player in the transportation, powerand 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 after-sales 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 Position: Account Officer

Job Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Account Officer will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.
• The role requires a detail-oriented professional with 2–3 years of accounting experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in the accounting system
• Prepare and post journal entries, ledgers, and trial balances
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Prepare invoices, receipts, and payment vouchers
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Assist in budget preparation and cost monitoring
• Maintain proper documentation for financial records and audits
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations (VAT, WHT, PAYE where applicable)
• Support external and internal audit processes
• Monitor expenses and ensure adherence to approved budgets
• Liaise with vendors, clients, and internal departments on financial matters

Requirements

• BSc or HND in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline with 2–3 years of relevant work experience as an Account Officer or similar role
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Basic understanding of Nigerian tax laws and statutory compliance
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Skills and Competencies:

• Financial analysis and reporting
• Bookkeeping and reconciliation skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Confidentiality and integrity
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Added Advantage:

• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or ATS) in progress or completed
• Experience in [manufacturing / service / trading] industry