Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Kano
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
7 days ago

Additional Details

Job ID
153203
Job Views
27

Job Description






General Objective




  • The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements, and supporting management with reliable financial information to enable effective decision‑making.



Responsibilities and Task

Accounting & Financial Operations:




  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date accounting records in accordance with company policies and accounting standards

  • Record all financial transactions, including purchases, sales, payments, and receipts

  • Ensure proper cost allocation for raw materials, production, labour, and overheads

  • Manage fixed assets register and depreciation



Financial Reporting:




  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

  • Prepare trial balances, balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports

  • Support management in budget preparation and financial forecasting

  • Provide variance analysis between actual results and budgets



Cost Accounting (Manufacturing Focus)




  • Monitor production costs and analyse cost variances

  • Ensure accurate inventory valuation (raw materials, WIP, finished goods)

  • Support stock counts and reconcile inventory differences



Compliance & Controls:




  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal controls

  • Prepare and file tax returns (VAT, withholding tax, corporate tax where applicable)

  • Support internal and external audits

  • Maintain proper documentation and archiving of financial records



Cash & Payables Management:




  • Prepare bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow

  • Manage supplier payments and ensure timely settlement

  • Follow up on receivables in coordination with sales and management



Other Responsibilities:




  • Support process improvement initiatives within the finance function

  • Perform any other finance‑related duties assigned by the Deputy Finance Manager



Requirements




  • Education Degree: Technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance (Diploma, Technical Certificate, or equivalent). Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is an advantage.

  • Work experience: Must have 2–3 years’ experience in manufacturing maintenance.

  • Computer skills: MS Word, MS Excel & Outlook

  • Language skills: English.



Other required skills:




  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Good time management and ability to work under pressure.

  • Proactive, disciplined, and safety focused mindset.



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