• Application Deadline:
• Position: Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 4 - 6 years



• Location Abuja




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Accountant will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring


• accurate financial records, statutory compliance, and timely financial reporting.


• The role supports management decision-making through strong financial controls, cost management, and compliance


• with Nigerian accounting and tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting:

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.


• Ensure accurate posting, reconciliation, and closure of monthly and annual accounts.


• Maintain the general ledger and supervise journal entries and adjustments.


• Support preparation of annual financial statements in line with accounting standards.

Cost & Manufacturing Accounting:

• Monitor production costs, overheads, and cost allocations.


• Conduct variance analysis between actual and standard costs.


• Work closely with Production and Warehouse teams on inventory valuation and cost control.


• Ensure accurate recording of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.

Taxation & Statutory Compliance:

• Prepare and review VAT, WHT, PAYE, and other statutory returns.


• Ensure timely filing and remittance to relevant authorities (FIRS, State IRS, etc.).


• Support tax audits and statutory inspections.

Controls, Audit & Risk Management:

• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies.


• Coordinate internal and external audit processes.


• Review financial processes and recommend improvements to reduce risk and inefficiencies.

Supervision & Support:

• Supervise Junior Accountants and Accounts Officers.


• Review work outputs for accuracy and completeness.


• Provide coaching and on-the-job training to finance team members.

Reporting & Business Support:

• Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor working capital.


• Support budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.


• Provide financial analysis and reports to management as required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of monthly financial reports.


• Accuracy of general ledger and reconciliations.


• Cost variance and cost control effectiveness.


• Compliance with tax filings and statutory deadlines.


• Audit findings and resolution rate.


• Inventory valuation accuracy.


• Working capital and cash flow management.


• Team productivity and error reduction.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• Professional qualification (ICAN, ACCA) is an added advantage.


• Minimum of 4–6 years’ accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role, preferably in FMCG manufacturing.


• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and manufacturing accounting practices.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong financial and analytical skills.


•  Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.


• Sound knowledge of cost accounting and inventory management.


• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.


• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.


• High integrity and ability to work under pressure.