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Locations: Ore Town (Ondo State), Osogbo (Osun State), Oghara (Delta State), Ikom (Cross River State), Calabar (Cross River State)
Specialization: LPG (Gas)
Job Title: LPG Plant Cashier

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to the smooth operation of a rapidly growing company? Do you have experience handling cash transactions and maintaining accurate financial records? If so, Rainoil Limited is looking for someone like you to fill the crucial role of LPG Plant Cashier. This is your chance to be part of a team that’s at the heart of our company’s daily operations.

Why This Role Is Crucial to Our Operations

The LPG Plant Cashier is not just another financial position. It’s a vital role that ensures the effective management of the petty cash flow within our LPG stations and depots. This role supports the smooth running of daily operations by managing expenses, reconciling transactions, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Every day, Rainoil’s LPG stations rely on timely cash disbursements, and as a Cashier, you will be the key figure in facilitating this process. With your expertise, you will keep operations running smoothly, ensuring that the right amount of funds are available when needed and that all financial transactions are meticulously documented.

Job Summary

As an LPG Plant Cashier, you will be entrusted with the responsibility of managing the petty cash inflows and outflows at Rainoil’s stations and depots. You will maintain accurate records of all transactions, ensuring that each step of the process is transparent, accountable, and properly documented. Your role will require a sharp eye for detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure to ensure smooth cash flow for the operations.

You will play a pivotal part in keeping our finances in check, enabling operational staff to focus on their tasks without worrying about financial inconsistencies. Whether it’s processing payments, collecting receipts, or reconciling cash balances, your accuracy and organizational skills will directly contribute to the company’s success.

Key Responsibilities

As the LPG Plant Cashier, your responsibilities will encompass a variety of financial tasks, each crucial for ensuring the seamless operation of the LPG plant. Here are some of the key duties:

1. Facilitating Petty Cash Availability: You will be responsible for ensuring that funds are readily available for day-to-day operational expenses and emergencies. This means managing the petty cash balance and ensuring that there are enough funds to meet the immediate financial needs of the plant. Whether it’s for purchasing supplies, covering unforeseen expenses, or ensuring smooth operations, you will have the funds at the ready.
2. Maintaining Accurate Financial Records: One of the most important aspects of your role will be maintaining thorough and accurate records of all financial transactions. You will create detailed records for each disbursement and reconcile them with the petty cash book. This ensures that all transactions are easily traceable, transparent, and well-documented.
3. Processing Expense Retirement Ledgers: You will process ledgers to ensure proper accountability of all cash advances. This includes reviewing and processing expenses to retire cash advances, ensuring that all documentation is complete and up to date. You will ensure that no cash advances are left unaccounted for, maintaining financial integrity.
4. Creating and Maintaining Cash Request and Disbursement Records: You will create and manage records of all cash requests and disbursements. These records will serve as a reference for future disbursements, enabling accurate tracking of funds. Your attention to detail will ensure that each disbursement is accurately documented and can be easily retrieved for future reference.
5. Reconciliation of Cash Receipts: As part of your daily duties, you will reconcile all received cash with expenses recorded in the petty cash book. By reviewing the entries, you will ensure that the amounts match, and you will quickly address any discrepancies. This reconciliation process is essential for maintaining financial accuracy.
6. Processing Payments and Issuing Receipts: You will handle the processing of payments for accounts and issuing receipts for each transaction. Whether it’s a payment to a supplier or an internal transaction, you will ensure that all payments are processed efficiently and receipts are issued to maintain proper documentation.
7. Regularly Checking Cash Balance: You will continuously monitor and check the cash balance against the records of amounts received and paid. This regular check ensures that the petty cash balance is accurate and that there are no discrepancies. You will ensure that any discrepancies are addressed immediately, preventing issues from escalating.
8. Collecting Money from the Bank: You will be responsible for collecting money from the bank to safeguard it before reimbursements are made. This involves ensuring that the money is properly handled, recorded, and securely stored until it’s required for operational expenses.
9. Filing Cash Payment and Collection Documents: Accurate filing of all documents concerning cash payments and collections will be one of your critical tasks. You will ensure that all receipts, disbursement records, and other related documents are well-organized and easily accessible for auditing or reference purposes.
10. Responding to Queries: You will respond to any queries regarding approvals, payment limits, deadlines for retirement, and other cash-related issues. Your role will require effective communication and problem-solving skills to address any concerns raised by staff or management.
11. Retiring Imprest Accounts: A key part of your duties will be to retire various imprest accounts, ensuring that all funds are accounted for and properly documented. This task ensures that there is no misuse or mismanagement of funds.
12. Preparing Daily and Weekly Reports: You will prepare daily and weekly collections and payment summary reports, which will be reviewed by the station supervisor. These reports will provide a clear snapshot of cash movements, highlighting any discrepancies and ensuring that all funds are properly accounted for.

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Qualifications and Skills Required

The ideal candidate for the LPG Plant Cashier role will meet the following qualifications and possess specific skills:

1. Educational Qualifications: A minimum of a B.Sc or HND in Accounting, Banking/Finance, or Economics is required. This educational background provides the necessary knowledge and skills to manage financial transactions accurately and efficiently.
2. Relevant Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of work experience in a similar role is essential. Experience handling petty cash, processing payments, and maintaining financial records will give you the practical knowledge needed to succeed in this position.
3. Personal Qualities:
   • Attention to Detail: Precision is vital when dealing with cash transactions. You must have an eye for detail to ensure that all records are accurate and up to date.
   • Organizational Skills: The ability to keep financial records well-organized and easily accessible is crucial to success in this role.
   • Honesty and Integrity: As a Cashier, you will handle company funds. It’s essential that you are trustworthy and reliable.
   • Communication Skills: You will need to communicate effectively with other team members, address queries, and provide financial updates in a clear, concise manner.
   • Problem-Solving Skills: Discrepancies and issues can arise, and you must be able to handle them efficiently and effectively.

Why This Role Matters

In any organization, managing finances is a critical function. As an LPG Plant Cashier, you will be directly contributing to the efficiency and accuracy of the company’s financial operations. Your role supports the entire team by ensuring that funds are available when needed, that expenses are accurately documented, and that cash transactions are properly reconciled.

How to Apply

If you are organized, dependable, and have the required qualifications and experience, we want to hear from you. To apply for the LPG Plant Cashier position, please send your resume to recruitment@rainoil.com. Be sure to include the Job Title and Location as the subject of your email.

Deadline: Applications must be submitted by Friday, January 17th, 2025.

FAQs

1. What qualifications do I need to apply for this role?

You will need a B.Sc or HND in Accounting, Banking/Finance, or Economics, along with at least one year of relevant work experience in a similar role.

2. What are the key duties of an LPG Plant Cashier?

Key duties include managing petty cash transactions, reconciling receipts and payments, processing expense reports, maintaining accurate financial records, and preparing daily and weekly financial reports for the station supervisor.

3. How do I apply for the LPG Plant Cashier position?

To apply, send your resume to recruitment@rainoil.com, with the Job Title and Location included in the subject line. The application deadline is January 17th, 2025.