Expires 3 days from now
Accountant
full-time
| Officer
Lekki,
Lagos
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Job Summary
The role will assist in providing an efficient and accurate accounting function for Arca Payments Company Limited
Job Details
Operational Responsibilities
▪ Ensure all petty cash disbursements complies with company policy & authorization limits.
▪ Process bills and suppliers’ invoices and ensure compliances/approval have been obtained before payment.
▪ Periodic reconciliation of creditor accounts.
▪ Update of fixed assets records and register.
▪ Bank reconciliation and cashflow reporting.
▪ Ensure tax compliance in transactions processed (i.e., VAT and WHT).
▪ Initiate transaction posting in online banking tool for all approved transaction.
▪ Follow up on all outstanding receivable balances (credit control) including WHT and ensure collections are within agreed contract terms.
▪ Maintain accounts payable subledger, petty cash and BS reporting requirements.
▪ Maintain accounts receivable subledger and BS reporting requirements.
▪ Ownership of the company’s Trial Balance, ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and integrity of the accounts.
▪ Journal posting, AP & AR invoice booking. Account reconciliations and filing.
▪ Maintain an effective & efficient filling system-corporate files & transaction files.
▪ Assist with period-end ledger closing through call-up & reconciliation of general ledger balances.
▪ Assist the Financial Controller with:
o Financial Reporting Process
o Annual Audit Process
o Budgetary Process
o Reports required by Executive Management.
▪ Drafting of relevant process manuals for all the finance relevant functions.
▪ Take leadership role of the Procurement function of the business.
▪ Assist the FP&A Analyst with:
o Commercial Analysis
o Research and information gathering.
o Management reporting.
Performance Management Responsibilities
Commencement of professional exams.
Strategic Responsibilities
▪ Ensure that sufficient funds are available in the bank accounts to meet cash flow requirements.
▪ Liaison with external auditors.
▪ Take leadership role of the Procurement function of the business.
▪ Assist the Financial Controller with financial reporting process.
Requirements
Education Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Business Administration/Economics
Professional Qualification: Not mandatory but recognized
Experience:
▪ Minimum 4years experience in either Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable or as an Accountant
▪ Demonstrated advanced computing skills including the use of Microsoft Office products, particularly the use of Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet, and other financial applications.
▪ Male Candidate preferred
▪ Good Report writing skills.
▪ Methodical and rigorous
▪ Knowledge of local accounting law and system
▪ Team player with focus on the wider goals of the organization.
▪ High level of accuracy and the ability to keep detailed file notes.
▪ Must be capable of interpreting information, with a competent level of problem-solving ability.
▪ Good Communication Skills both Oral & Written.
▪ Bank Management I.e., Petty Cash Imprest
▪ Payables Management
▪ Account Receivables Management
▪ Procurement management
▪ Financial Accounting: Fixed assets update
▪ Knowledge of accounting package (Sage).
Benefits
Flexible work time (Resume by 8:30 am and close by 3 pm for days physically present at the office).
Hybrid work mode (3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)
13th Month bonus by end of year
Enabling work environment
Internet and airtime stipend (Monthly)
Leave allowance (To be applicable upon completion of the probation period)
Birthday gift items.
About Company
Arca Payments
Founded in 2016, ARCA was built on a bold vision: to become Africa’s premier payment services platform; advancing financial inclusion, driving innovation, and shaping the future of financial services across the continent. At ARCA, we understand that while the technologies powering banks and market infrastructures are rapidly evolving, technology alone is not enough. To truly unlock the potential of digital disruptors, a deeper transformation is required; one that reimagines processes, partnerships, and possibilities. ARCA is committed to serving as a catalyst for this change. By combining cutting-edge digital innovation with deep financial services expertise and robust operational frameworks, we help institutions adapt, compete, and thrive in an increasingly dynamic ecosystem.