Vacancy for Account Officer at Buymore Supermarket

Job Summary

Buymore Supermarket is seeking an experienced Account Officer to join our team at our Opic Isheri, Ogun location. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial operations, reporting, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Employment type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Financial Operations & Reporting:
  • Prepare and submit daily sales, cash, POS, and expense reports to Head Office.
  • Ensure accurate posting of all financial transactions in the accounting system.
  • Reconcile daily cash sales, POS transactions, transfers, and bank deposits.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly financial summaries for the branch.
• Cash & POS Control:
  • Supervise cashiers and ensure strict adherence to cash handling procedures.
  • Investigate and report cash shortages, overages, and POS discrepancies.
  • Ensure timely banking of cash and POS settlements in line with company policy.
  • Maintain proper documentation for all cash movements.
• Inventory & Cost Control:
  • Work closely with the Store Manager and Inventory Officer on stock counts and variance analysis.
  • Monitor cost of goods sold (COGS) and report abnormal variances.
  • Ensure proper recording of damages, expiries, returns, and write-offs.
  • Support periodic and surprise stock-taking exercises.
• Expense & Vendor Management:
  • Verify and process branch expenses, ensuring proper approvals and supporting documents.
  • Monitor petty cash usage and ensure accountability.
  • Liaise with vendors on invoices, deliveries, and payment reconciliations.
• Compliance & Internal Control:
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs, and internal control procedures.
  • Enforce segregation of duties at branch level.
  • Flag suspected fraud, theft, or financial irregularities to Management and HR.
  • Support internal and external audits when required.
• Staff Support & Coordination:
  • Provide financial guidance to the Branch Manager.
  • Train cashiers and relevant staff on financial procedures and controls.
  • Work closely with HR on payroll inputs, attendance-related deductions, and staff-related financial issues.

Qualifications & Experience

• HND/BSc in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years’ accounting experience, preferably in a retail or supermarket environment.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: comfort.achi@buymore.com.ng using the Location as the subject of the mail.

Application Closing Date: 22nd January, 2026.