Dinsanj Ventures Limited is a logistics and supply chain solutions provider, specializing in customs clearing, freight forwarding, and comprehensive haulage services. Our unmatched commitment to safety and customer satisfaction makes us a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Accounts & Administrative Officer
Location: Apapa, Lagos
Role Overview
Manage our daily financial transactions, regulatory compliance, and office operations. In this dual role, you will be the operational backbone of our agency.
Key ResponsibilitiesGenerate and verify Customs Assessment Notices to ensure accurate duty payments via the Nigeria Single Window Trade Portal.
Process timely payments for shipping line charges, terminal dues, and container deposits.
Track container return timelines and aggressively pursue container deposit refunds from shipping lines.
Prepare detailed invoices and debit notes for clients, cleanly separating agency fees from official port cost reimbursements.
Compute and file monthly statutory tax returns (VAT and WHT) to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).
Conduct post-clearing reconciliations to calculate precise profit margins for every shipment.
Maintain an airtight, organized archiving system for all clearing files (Bills of Lading, Form M, PAAR, Packing Lists).
Track and renew corporate operational licenses with the CRFFN, Nigerian Shippers’ Council, and Nigeria Customs Service (NCS).
Monitor specific cargo approvals and regulatory permits (e.g., NAFDAC, SONCAP, NESREA).
Track container free-days closely to alert the operations team before expensive demurrage charges accrue.
Coordinate field clerks and dispatch riders for physical document presentations at various port commands.
Manage general office upkeep, utility bills, and procurement of essential office supplies.
Requirements & Skills
Education: HND or B.Sc. in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience: Must have 2–4 years of experience in a dual Accounts/Admin role specifically within a Nigerian freight forwarding or logistics company.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of the NCS Trade Modernization project, port terminal operations, and shipping line procedures in Nigeria.
Attributes: High integrity, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet strict vessel and terminal deadlines.
Application Closing DateNot Specified.
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