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Accounting Support Officer

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We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Support Officer (Bookkeeper) to support our outsourced accounting operations in Abuja.

This is a hands-on, execution-focused role responsible for daily transaction processing, reconciliations, and preparation of clean accounting records that support timely reporting and compliance.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, accuracy, and learning within a professional services environment.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Bookkeeping & Transaction Processing

  • Post daily financial transactions into accounting systems (Usawa, Xero, or similar)

  • Process sales invoices, purchase bills, expenses, and journals

  • Ensure proper narration, coding, and documentation for all entries


Bank & Account Reconciliations

  • Perform regular bank reconciliations

  • Reconcile cash, receivables, and payables accounts

  • Identify and escalate discrepancies promptly


Documentation & Record Management

  • Maintain organized digital and physical accounting records

  • Ensure completeness of source documents (invoices, receipts, bank statements)

  • Support preparation of audit-ready schedules


Reporting Support

  • Prepare draft trial balances and schedules

  • Support monthly management account preparation

  • Assist with month-end close activities


Compliance Support

  • Provide transaction schedules for VAT, PAYE, and WHT

  • Support the Accounting & Compliance Officer with data preparation

  • Ensure records align with statutory requirements


Process & Quality Control

  • Follow Pillarcraft Accounting’s standard operating procedures

  • Meet agreed timelines and turnaround times

  • Maintain confidentiality and data integrity always



Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

  • OND / HND / BSc in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • 1–3 years experience in bookkeeping or accounting support roles

  • Experience using accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Usawa, or similar) is an advantage


Skills & Competencies

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

  • Basic understanding of accounting principles

  • Good Excel and spreadsheet skills

  • Ability to work with deadlines and routines

  • Willingness to learn and follow processes


Personal Attributes

  • Reliable and disciplined

  • Organized and methodical

  • Honest and discreet

  • Comfortable with repetitive but important tasks



Benefits

  • Competitive monthly salary

  • Structured learning and exposure to multiple clients

  • Training on modern cloud accounting tools

  • Clear career progression within the firm

  • Stable, professional work environment



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