• Application Deadline: Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Head Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 5 years



• Location Ogun




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  




• Salary Range ₦150,000 - ₦200,000/month
  
  

We are looking for Head Accountant to manage all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets.

Head Accountant responsibilities include auditing financial documents and procedures, reconciling bank statements and calculating tax payments and returns. To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience with audit, bookkeeping and a flair for spotting numerical mistakes.

Ultimately, you will provide us with accurate quantitative information on financial position, liquidity and cash flows of our business, while ensuring we’re compliant with all tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting transactions


• Prepare budget forecasts


• Publish financial statements in time


• Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings


• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable


• Ensure timely bank payments


• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns


• Manage financial position and profit/loss statements


• Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity.


• Audit financial transactions and documents


• Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary


• Comply with financial policies and regulations

Requirements and skills

• Work experience as an Accountant


• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)


• Hands-on experience with accounting software like QuickBooks


• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables


• Experience with general ledger functions


• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills


• BSc in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree


• Previous working experience in the manufacturing industry is an added advantage.


• Must be a qualified Chartered accountant


• Candidate must reside around Agbara, Otta, Atan axis