• Application Deadline:
• Position: ADP - Accounting and Financial Analyst


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Purpose

• The Accounting and Financial Analyst provides financial analysis and accounting services to all companies and projects within the ADP portfolio.


• The position works closely with the Finance and Admin Manager to ensure budgeting, accounting and other financial and accounting functions are in accordance with GAAP, finance policies and procedures.


• This position provides regular financial and accounts analysis and is responsible for a portfolio of companies and projects.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor the day-to-day financial operations of all companies and projects within the portfolio (payroll, invoicing, and other transactions)


• Monitor metrics, KPI tracking and prepare monthly and quarterly management reporting all companies and projects within the portfolio


• Financial analysis of individual companies and projects within the portfolio as well as the portfolio to evaluate the financial performance of the organization and measure returns on investments


• Participate in strategic data analysis, research, and modelling for senior leadership


• Support project analysis, validation of plans, and ad-hoc requests


• Manage the company's financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems


• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements


• Prepares and/or supports the preparation of internal reports on actual performance against business plans and budget, for review by Manager and Board.

Requirements

Experience & Education:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Finance / Accounting or related field. Master’s degree preferred.


• Minimum of 3 years of progressive post qualification accounting experience.


• Demonstrated qualification in quantitative / analytical discipline such as finance, accounting, or economics


• CFA, ACCA, other relevant qualifications will be an added advantage.

Skills:

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, standards and regulations


• Experience in working with accounting software and databases


• Superior data management and data analysis skills


• Strong time management and organizational skills


• Detail-oriented with a passion for accuracy


• Financial modelling skills.


• Advanced skill in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.


• Demonstrated knowledge and application of financial tools for tracking projects.

Competencies:

• Strong Intellect: with emphasis on analytics, mathematics, finance, and economics. Intellectual curiosity and the knack for solving complex problems


• Discipline: for accomplishing demanding tasks


• Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships


• Keen attention to detail, desire to probe further into data and willingness to work hard.


• Strong interest in funds, infrastructure, energy and other themes relevant to the Employer.


• Good business communication skills - both written and verbal


• Commercial and business awareness


• Ability to stick to time constraints.