• Application Deadline:
• Position: Lead Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze book keeping and accounting information for internal use .


• Prepare initial draft of accounting records of transactions as specified by generally accepted accounting principle (GAAP)


• Keep track of all payments and expenditures, including payroll, purchase orders, invoice, statements, etc.


• Reconcile processed work by verify entries and comparing system reports to balances.


• Maintain historical records.


• Pay employees by verify expense reports and preparing salary schedules.


• Pay vendors by scheduling payment vouchers and ensuring payment is received for outstanding credit; generally responding to all vendor enquiries regarding finance.


• Prepare analyses of account and produce monthly reports


• Continuing to improve the payment process


• Prepare profit and loss statements and assist the management in preparation of budgets, forecast, balance sheet, statement of cash flow.


• Assist the in managing its investment portfolio.


• Assume responsibility of accounting procedures.


• Evaluate the company’s performance using key data.


• Monitoring cash flow, especially during busy seasons when there is a higher risk of cash shortages.


• Make forecasts to assist business planning and decision-making.


• Conduct risk assessment and advice on ways to minimize risk.


• Advise on problems and suggest improvement.


• Supervise all lower-level personnel in the account department.


• Any other duty as assigned by line manager.

Requirements and Skills

• A  Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or similar field.


• 5 years’ experience from a similar position in an agricultural business or frozen food manufacturing business and other related manufacturing business.


• Relevant professional certification is a plus e.g. CFA, CPA, CGMA, ACCA.


• Solid understanding and experience in accounting principles.


• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and ability to work as part of a team.


• Adaptable to working in a fast paced, ever-changing environment, striving for continuous improvement and optimization.


• Proficiency in productivity and collaboration tools (Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace).


• Strong organizational skills with ability to multitask and prioritize.


• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels.


• Excellent communication, instructional, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.