Manufacturing

Accounts Payable Officer At Sahara Group

Sahara Group·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Contract
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Role Accountabilities

  • Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and services.
  • To register Vendors details on the ERP
  • Verify all invoices with the Contracts, Purchase Order, delivery note and management approval
  • Ensure all expenses are captured in the correct project account
  • Book approved invoices in through the defined accounting system
  • Ensure vendors' payable are instituted prior to the due dates
  • Ensure Monthly remittances of all statutory deductions: PAYE, Pension, WHT, VAT etc.
  • Ensure proper documentation of all invoices processed on a real-time basis as defined via Filing Policies
  • Ensure separate and proper filing of all payments made via Account Payable Module
  • Carry out reconciliations with vendors as required.
  • Assist in the monthly, quarterly and annual closing process (accruals, prepayments, etc.)
  • Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and depreciation of fixed assets.

Professional Qualification

  • A University Degree (or its equivalent) in accounting or related fields
  • Minimum of 4 years cognate working experience (Post NYSC) within an upstream company
  • Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CIMA or CPA
  • Financial Modeling Skills (is an added advantage)
  • Vast Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Must possess very sound knowledge of basic accounting
  • Basic knowledge of taxes and statutory deductions in Nigeria
  • Must be able to do analysis and interpretation of financial transactions.
  • In-depth Knowledge and Application of International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Financial Controls
  • Business Management Capabilities
  • Knowledge of basic business and accounting software (Knowledge of ERP is an added advantage) & Microsoft Office applications (such as EXCEL, WORD, POWERPOINT, etc)
  • Spread Sheets and Financial Modelling Skills
  • Analytical and Logical Reasoning
  • Ability to prioritize a wide range of tasks.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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At a glance

Company

Sahara Group

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

May 20, 2026

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