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Emmanuel Bakeries Limited (EMB), a prominent FMCG and non-consumable goods distributor in Kogi State, is hiring an Accountant to join its team in Lokoja. The role involves preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, monitoring receivables and payables, supporting audits, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Accounting or a related field, strong analytical skills, and good knowledge of Excel and accounting software.
- Accountant role based in Lokoja, Kogi State
- B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required
- Professional accounting certification is an advantage
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Emmanuel Bakeries Limited (EMB), a prominent FMCG and non-consumable goods distributor in Kogi State, is hiring an Accountant to join its team in Lokoja. The role involves preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, monitoring receivables and payables, supporting audits, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Accounting or a related field, strong analytical skills, and good knowledge of Excel and accounting software.
- Accountant role based in Lokoja, Kogi State
- B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required
- Professional accounting certification is an advantage
- Experience with Excel and accounting software expected
- Involves financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit support
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- RequiredAvailability to work in KogiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Accountant at Emmanuel Bakeries Limited (EMB)
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Oct 1, 2026, 1:01 PM
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Emmanuel Bakeries Limited stands out as a prominent distributor of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCGs) and Non-Consumable Goods in Kogi State. Operating from the heart of the city, Lokoja the state capital, the company has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality retail distribution services of food products over 22 years. Our non-consumables include home care and body essentials.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Accountant
Location: Kogi
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor expenses and identify unusual or unsupported transactions.
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, company policies, and statutory requirements.
- Prepare and review financial statements and periodic management reports.
- Assist with month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
- Monitor sales transactions and ensure proper reconciliation between sales records and financial records.
- Maintain proper documentation for all financial transactions.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
- Provide financial information and analysis to Management when required.
- Work closely with HR, Sales, Operations, Procurement, and other departments on financial matters.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
- Record daily financial transactions accurately and in accordance with accounting procedures.
- Monitor receivables and payables and follow up on outstanding balances.
- Identify accounting discrepancies and investigate them promptly.
- Prepare invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and other financial documents.
- Prepare and reconcile bank, cash, customer, supplier, and other relevant accounts.
- Maintain confidentiality of company financial information.
- Support internal and external audit exercises by providing required records and documentation.
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail, numerical ability, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Minimum of B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Relevant professional accounting certification is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reconciliation.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Masters degree is an added advantage.
- Proven experience working as an Accountant, preferably in FMCG, distribution, manufacturing, or a related industry.
- How to Apply
- Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to:
- [email protected]
- using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
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