Assistant Branch Accountant at SIMS Nigeria LimitedCOMPANY OVERVIEW
At SIMS Nigeria Limited, we specialize in the distribution and sales of electronic products from major brands such as SAMSUNG, ROYAL, PARSUN and POWERMATIC.
Our business started out in 1987 and since then we have succeeded in carving a niche for ourselves in the home appliances market in Nigeria. We operate a number of branches that cut across most of Nigeria’s geopolitical zones; in major cities such as Lagos, Port Harcourt, Onitsha, Enugu, Kano and Abuja.
Our longstanding reputation has earned us a status as Nigeria’s lead player in the electronics industry and as a result, we decided to go further by partnering with SAMSUNG to establish a local manufacturing line for its air conditioners and refrigerators in 2004. This, coupled with our state-of-the-art service centre that caters to consumers who buy our products, ensures that our customers enjoy the best quality of service from us and the best performance possible from their electronics.Job Description
As an Assistant Branch Accountant, you will support the Branch Accountant in managing the branch’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
You will work closely with the branch team, the central finance unit, and relevant stakeholders to maintain effective financial control, assist with audits, and contribute to smooth daily operations.
Responsibilities
Support daily branch accounting operations including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
Assist in preparing financial reports, budgets, and forecasts in line with company policies.
Conduct stock counts, reconcile inventory, and prepare daily sales and cash lodgement reports.
Maintain audit documentation and support compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
Reconcile inter-branch transactions and assist with payroll, imprest analysis, and monthly GRN preparation.
Required Experience / Qualifications
Candidates should possess an HND / Bachelor's Degree(minimum of a 2nd Class Degree) in Finance, Accounting or any other related field (Membership of a recognized professional body i.e. ICAN, ACCA will be an added advantage).
1 - 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
Female preferred for gender balance.
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Assistant Branch Accountant at SIMS Nigeria Limited