Account Assistant (Nigeria)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting and administrative operations for the restaurant
• Maintain accurate financial records, including sales, expenses, and supplier transactions
• Cross-check and verify all receipts, payments, and invoices to ensure accuracy
• Identify discrepancies or errors in financial records and take corrective action
• Monitor and manage accounts payable, including invoice tracking and payment scheduling
• Download, organize, and maintain up-to-date invoices and financial documentation
• Maintain and review ageing reports and follow up to ensure timely payments
• Support cash flow management by tracking daily inflows and outflows
• Source new suppliers where needed and support cost-effective purchasing
• Build and maintain good relationships with existing suppliers
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding invoices, deliveries, and payments
• Handle basic administrative duties, including record-keeping and documentation
• Attend and respond to calls, emails, and internal communication promptly
• Assist management with reports and operational support as required

Key Requirements

• At least 2 years previous experience in accounting roles (restaurant or retail experience is a plus)
• Strong attention to detail, especially in verifying financial transactions
• Good communication skills and ability to deal with suppliers and team members
• Organized and proactive in managing records and follow-ups
• Advanced to intermediate knowledge of accounting software like Sage, Quick Books, Xero and Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Ability to identify issues and take initiative to resolve them

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Reliable and hands-on with a practical approach to problem-solving
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Good at multitasking between finance and admin responsibilities
• Strong sense of accountability and accuracy

Location: Nigeria

Salary: Attractive