Accounting & Operations Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Nigeria.

📋 Description

• Assist leadership with accounting, bookkeeping, financial management, analysis, and weekly/monthly reporting.

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable operations.

• Accurately reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, and other balance sheet accounts in a timely manner.

• Match E-Commerce channels' deposits within QuickBooks Online.

• Ensure precise bookkeeping records and maintain clean financial data for informed decision-making.

• Aid in the preparation of financial statements, account analysis, and balance reporting.

• Support tax-related recordkeeping and collaborate with external accountants as necessary.

• Contribute to enhancing the chart of accounts structure, classifications, and financial controls.

• Manage critical components of e-commerce operations, including: Demand Planning and Forecasting, Purchase Orders & Receiving, Inventory Control, Shipping, and Logistics.

• Oversee operational workflows and pinpoint opportunities to boost efficiency and minimize errors.

• Influence purchasing decisions by closely working with warehouse and operations teams to generate reports on inventory levels and avert stockouts or surplus inventory.

• Assist in managing warehouse-related activities across multiple locations, including: Own warehouse, Texas Fulfillment by Amazon/Walmart (FBA)/FBW, and support freight, import/export, and vendor coordination activities.

• Monitor, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to finance and operations.

• Develop and manage reports that provide insights into inventory, purchasing, fulfillment, and overall financial health.

• Supervise inventory levels and facilitate timely replenishment to optimize sales opportunities.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, customer service, and purchasing, to align data and action plans.

• Identify trends, discrepancies, and areas requiring corrective action.

• Assist in cross-functional process improvement initiatives to fulfill company objectives.

• Help establish systems, templates, and reporting disciplines within the finance and operations team.

• Engage in onboarding and performance review initiatives.

• Support the development of training processes, operational documentation, and accountability systems.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

• At least 3 years of experience in bookkeeping, financial operations, accounting, or finance/operations coordination.

• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel.

• Proven experience in: Account reconciliation, AP/AR management, financial reporting, and inventory and operational reporting.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Excellent time management abilities and capability to meet deadlines swiftly and accurately.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Comfortable working independently in a remote setting while collaborating across teams.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work environment with remote work options.

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.

• Supportive and collaborative team culture.