Accounting Trainee Programme 2026 (Cash Officer) – Benin City, Edo State

Accounting Trainee Programme 2026 (Cash Officer) – Benin City, Edo State

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Experience

Less Than 1 Year

Employee type

Full Time

Position

Entry Level

Offer Salary

Attractive

For Freelance

No

Application deadline

May 31, 2026

Job Description

Apply for Accounting Trainee Programme 2026 in Benin City, Edo State at Market Square. Full-time graduate role with training and career growth.

About the Company

Sundry Markets Limited, owners of Market Square, is Nigeria’s largest grocery retail chain and one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies, as recognised by the Financial Times. The company has also been named the Most Sustainable Retail Organisation by the Lagos Business School Retail Academy. Market Square delivers a modern, affordable, and convenient grocery shopping experience while offering trusted brands across Nigeria.

Job Overview

Sundry Markets is recruiting Accounting Trainees (Cash Officers) for its 2026 Accounting Trainee Programme in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. This is a full-time, on-site graduate opportunity for candidates looking to launch a career in accounting within Nigeria’s fast-growing retail and supermarket industry.

This role is ideal for recent graduates searching for entry-level accounting jobs in Benin City with structured training and long-term career prospects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate financial and cash transaction records
  • Record daily sales and expense transactions with proper documentation
  • Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
  • Verify invoices, process supplier payments, and reconcile accounts
  • Assist in preparing financial statements and internal management reports
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reviews
  • Participate in audit processes and internal control checks
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
  • Collaborate with store operations teams to gather financial data
  • Provide basic financial insights to support management decisions

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Must not be more than 30 years of age
  • Completion of NYSC or possession of a valid exemption letter
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic accounting software
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to learn and grow within the retail finance environment

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive entry-level salary
  • Comprehensive training and on-the-job mentorship
  • Clear career progression within Sundry Markets finance team
  • Exposure to large-scale retail accounting operations in Edo State
  • Supportive and professional work environment
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