Accountant

About PressOne Africa:

PressOne Africa is rapidly scaling its innovative communication solutions tailored to the needs of entrepreneurs across Africa. As we grow, we are committed to ensuring our entrepreneurs get the most out of our platform and have a seamless experience at every touchpoint.

Today, we are the go-to platform for entrepreneurs who want a better business phone number with centralised conversations, professional welcome, call routing, and more. We are the currently simplest way to build great customer experiences, and we poised to make even greater strides in transforming how entrepreneurs communicate.

Role Overview:

We are on the look out for an Accountant with diversified skills to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial for maintaining financial health and ensuring sustainable growth. You'll cover traditional accounting responsibilities while also overseeing some customer-oriented financial activities. If you have a strong background in accounting, analytical and great with numbers, this could be a perfect fit for you.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to keep management in the loop about the company's financial standing.
2. Receivables and Payables Management: Oversee invoice generation, as well as the timely collection of payments and fulfilment of payables, to maintain a balanced cash flow.
3. Budget Planning and Control: Take an active role in developing and managing the annual budget, ensuring the effective allocation of resources.
4. Accounts Management: Perform reconciliation activities, ensuring accuracy in all financial transactions, including those related to customer subscriptions.
5. Compliance and Auditing: Keep us in line with financial laws and regulations, ensuring that all transactions, big or small, are compliant.
6. Expense Tracking: Monitor and report on operational expenses, flagging any trends that require attention.
7. Payroll and Benefits: Administer monthly payroll and manage employee benefits with the utmost accuracy.
8. Customer Financial Support: Work closely with customer service to manage financial queries, including matters related to subscription renewals and invoice clarifications.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of professional accounting experience.
• Well-versed in Quickbooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills, capable of interacting with different departments.
• Self-starter, able to manage multiple tasks and work autonomously.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Role in a high-growth, dynamic environment.
• Continuous learning and growth opportunities.
• Chance to shape the future of business communication for entrepreneurs in Africa.

Who we are, and What working with us is like:

• We've successfully launched a product that's gaining traction.
• Our journey is backed by some of the most respected investors in the ecosystem.
• Our team is extremely mission-driven and everyone works incredibly hard to push the mission forward.
• Our office is on Admiralty way, Lekki Phase 1, we've embraced a flexible hybrid work model, with team members collaborating in-person a couple of times a week.
• As we transition to our growth phase, we're all about intense collaboration and refinement. While it's not for the faint-hearted, it's perfect for those who prioritise lasting impact over short-term rewards. If you're driven by innovation, eager to dive deep into fundamentals, and want to contribute to something transformative, you'll fit right in with our team.

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted weekly. We will close the job opening once we find the right person. We look forward to meeting you.