Sahara Group is recruiting for Accounts Officer

Sahara Group's core business is to explore and develop oil and gas assets in established and emerging frontiers.

Job Title: Accounts Officer

Operating Company: Sahara Energy Resource Nigeria Limited

Job Location: Lagos

Job Description: 

• Maintain the accounts payable and accounts receivable systems in order to ensure complete and accurate records of all financial dealings
• Assist with preparation of the budget
• Establish and maintain cash controls
• Establish, maintain and reconcile the general ledger
• Prepare and reconcile bank statements
• Establish and maintain supplier accounts
• Processes supplier invoices
• Maintain the purchase order system
• Issue cheques for all accounts due
• Ensure transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized accounting system

• Assist with preparation of  income statements
• Assist with Preparation of balance sheets
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements
• Prepare quarterly reports and report on variances
• Assist with the annual audit
• Maintain financial files and records.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree.
• Part Qualification (ICAN /ACCA /CIMA).
• Minimum of 2yrs working Experience from a reputable organisation.
• Adequate knowledge of various accounting standards (local & international) relevant to scope of company operations.
• Adequate knowledge of relevant statue, professional pronouncement and ethical standards to ensure compliance with relevant statutory provisions at all times.

Method of application

To apply for this position, Click here to go to Sahara Group

Deadline is 31st January 2011