Account Officer Needed at Saro Agrosciences Limited

Saro Agrosciences Limited, a key member of the Saroafrica International group, was established in 1991 and has grown into a prominent player in the agriculture sector. We are dedicated to empowering Nigerian farmers with high-quality agro-inputs such as crop protection products, seeds, fertilizers, and essential knowledge, enabling them to boost their yields and enhance their livelihoods sustainably.

We are currently hiring for the following position:

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

As an Account Officer at Saro Agrosciences, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and up-to-date accounting records are maintained, ensuring the security of company assets, stock, cash, and other resources across business depots.

Primary Responsibilities

• Post transactions and analyze account records
• Reconcile inventory, customers, and sales accounts
• Maintain general ledger schedules
• Prepare accurate and timely reports, including IMS raw data, customer ledgers, stock records, purchases, and health checks
• Issue invoices and receipts for transactions, ensuring proper filing of all documents, including payment tellers
• Manage the interface between the front office and the back office finance team
• Safeguard company cash to prevent any losses
• Maintain the Fixed Assets Register

Requirements

• OND qualification in Accounting
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role

Special Skills & Key Competencies

• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Dependable, responsible, and reliable
• Excellent attention to detail, ensuring thoroughness in completing tasks
• Initiative to take on responsibilities and challenges
• Advanced IT skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within required time frames
• Must reside in the city of interest (Oyo)

Application Closing Date: 12th April 2025