ACCOUNT OFFICER AT IRON PRODUCTS INDUSTRIES LIMITED | ACCOUNT OFFICER JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Iron Products Industries Ltd. (IPI) has been active for more than 50 years in Nigeria. The company started as a steelwork manufacturer and has since become the leader in steel fabrication. The group has executed major projects around the country in all sectors with a focus on structural steel and oil and gas.

Job Description:

We are seeking a disciplined and highly organized Account Officer to manage the day-to-day financial operations of our firm. Based in Parkview Estate, Ikoyi, this role is the backbone of our financial record-keeping, ensuring that every transaction is accurately captured, reconciled, and reported.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of experience, a solid grasp of basic accounting principles, and an unwavering commitment to data accuracy. Proximity is a critical factor for this role; we are looking for candidates who reside within Ikoyi, Victoria Island, Lekki Phase 1, or Obalende to ensure seamless onsite operations.

Requirements:

1. Ledger Management & Documentation

• Financial Integrity: Maintain meticulous financial records and ensure all supporting documentation (receipts, vouchers, and invoices) is filed systematically.

• Transaction Processing: Handle the end-to-end processing of accounts payable and receivable, ensuring the company meets its obligations and collects revenue on time.

• Expense Tracking: Monitor and categorize company expenditures to provide a clear view of cash flow.

2. Reconciliation & Reporting

• Bank Reconciliations: Perform regular bank reconciliations to identify and resolve any discrepancies between bank statements and internal ledgers.

• Periodic Reporting: Prepare and present accurate daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports to management.

• Invoice Administration: Manage the issuance of invoices and the processing of incoming payments with high precision.

3. Operational Compliance

• Audit Support: Ensure all records are "audit-ready" by maintaining a transparent and logical filing system.

• Policy Adherence: Follow internal financial controls and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to mitigate risk and prevent errors.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: BA/BSc/HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: 1 – 2 years of hands-on experience in a similar accounting role.

• Location (Mandatory): Applicants must reside within Ikoyi, Victoria Island, Lekki Phase 1, Obalende, or very close environs.

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and basic accounting software.

• Attention to Detail: A "zero-error" mindset when handling numbers and reconciliations.

• Communication: Ability to explain financial variances clearly to management.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: emmanuella@ipi.com.ng using the position as subject of email.