Account Officer at Sungroupe Nigeria Limited

An Account Officer manages a company's financial records, handling daily transactions like invoices, payments (AP/AR), expenses, and ensuring accuracy by reconciling accounts and preparing financial statements, often working with clients and internal teams, and may involve compliance, audits, or client relationship management depending on the industry. 

• Financial Record Keeping
  : Maintaining detailed books, including general ledger entries, cost records, and transaction histories.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable
  : Processing invoices, sending bills, tracking payments, and managing collections for overdue accounts.
• Reconciliation
  : Regularly balancing bank statements, credit cards, and other financial accounts.
• Reporting & Analysis
  : Preparing financial reports and statements, analyzing data for insights, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting.
• Compliance
  : Ensuring adherence to financial regulations and supporting audits.
• Client Interaction
  : Handling client account inquiries, building relationships, and resolving discrepancies (especially in financial services). 

• Education
  : Often a High School Diploma/GED, with an Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance preferred.
• Experience
  : Bookkeeping experience is essential, potentially in a similar role.
• Technical Skills
  : Strong math, computer, and organizational skills; proficiency with accounting software.
• Soft Skills
  : Attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, and client management.