• Application Deadline: Fri, 8 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 - 7 years



• Location Lagos




• City Oregun




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Position Responsibilities

• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.


• Prepare budgets, budget reports, and carry out performance evaluations against set targets.


• Assist in the preparation of management reports for informed decision-making.


• Participate in periodic stock-taking exercises and reconcile inventory discrepancies.


• Maintain and update the fixed asset register, ensuring correct calculation and timely posting of depreciation.


• Support both internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation and information.


• Ensure the timely and accurate filing of tax returns in compliance with regulatory requirements.


• Assist in the management of the financial systems across the Chris-Ejik Pharms. linking accounts payable, receivables, capital expenditure etc. to provide accurate financial statements reflecting the company’s position.


• Define and communicate corporate accounting guidelines, including chart of accounts, periodic closing schedules as well as reporting requirements within the Finance unit


• Oversee the compilation and analysis of financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts and documentation of daily business transactions.


• Perform other job-related duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Educational Requirements

• The candidate should have at least, BSc or HND in Accounting, Finance or a related field. Possession of a second degree like MBA Finance or M.Sc. Finance will be an added advantage.

Core Competencies

• Minimum of five (5) years working experience within the finance/audit and control department of a corporate organization or professional services organization.


• Professional qualification such as: ACA, ACCA, CFA etc. is mandatory.


• Good and holistic understanding of the business operations inter-relationships and dependencies, and the role of the financial control department with respect to these.


• Ability to contribute at a strategic level and convert strategy into action.


• Knowledgeable in the following key areas:


• Financial Management and corporate finance


• Budgeting and Planning


• Accounting policies and standards


• Financial analysis and interpretation


• Management Accounting


• Tax Management


• CBN guidelines and reporting schedule/system requirements


• Proficiency in the use of MS Excel and several accounting packages like Sage, Tally, Peach Tree etc.


• Ability to transmit information effectively i.e., in clear, unambiguous terms to employees, management and other stakeholders to facilitate the achievement of the goals and objectives at all times.